Vegetable production in Bangladesh has great potential, yet plant diseases remain one of the major obstacles to profitable farming. Every year, nearly 10–15% of vegetable yield is lost due to diseases, causing significant financial losses for farmers. “Vegetable Diseases” is written to provide practical and scientific solutions to these challenges.

This book presents a comprehensive overview of diseases affecting major vegetables cultivated in Bangladesh. It covers crops such as eggplant, tomato, potato, cucurbits, beans, yard-long bean, okra, cabbage, sweet potato, taro, carrot, spinach, lettuce, water spinach, turnip, drumstick, and many others. For each crop, the causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies of diseases are clearly explained.

A key strength of this book is its emphasis on correct disease identification and diagnosis. Farmers often misuse fungicides for viral or bacterial diseases, which leads to crop damage and health risks. The book highlights the importance of Integrated Disease Management (IDM) to ensure effective control while reducing unnecessary chemical use and protecting human health and the environment.

The book also includes colored images to help identify diseases accurately. Written by agriculturist Mrityunjoy Roy, based on over two decades of field experience, this book serves as an essential guide for vegetable farmers, agricultural students, extension workers, and agribusiness entrepreneurs aiming for safe and profitable vegetable production.