First report of fruit apex ripe rot of citrus caused by Diaporthe citri

Key Points

• Fruit apex ripe rot in citrus is identified as caused by Diaporthe citri, leading to significant crop damage.
• The fruit rot was observed on several citrus varieties, demonstrating its potential to affect diverse crops.
• Analysis shows that the presence of Diaporthe citri can lead to rapid decay and economic losses in the citrus industry.
• These findings indicate the need for monitoring and management strategies to combat this emerging fungal threat.