Biotic stress in Chickpea

Biotic stress is stress that occurs as a result of damage done to plants by other living organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, harmful insects, and weeds. It is a major focus of protection technology, due to the vast economic losses caused by biotic stress to chickpea crop. The relationship between biotic stress and plant yield affects economic decisions as well as practical development. The impact of biotic injury on crop yield impacts population dynamics, plant-stressor co evolution, and ecosystem nutrient cycling.