Green Stem Syndrome of soybean in Akola district of Maharashtra

Abstract

Green Stem Syndrome (GSS) is a soybean disorder in which stems remain green after pods and seeds are fully mature and ready-to-harvest. The causes of soybean GSS are not actually known. During the field survey 2013–14, GSS in soybean was found in most warm and dry season in Akola. Green stem syndrome causes several problems, including tough combining or delayed harvest due to reduced seed quality. This can also result in yield loss due to moisture and shattering. Plants affected by GSS may be distributed randomly or clustered in patches in the field. Green stem disorder directly and indirectly affects the harvesting and quality of seeds.