Synopsis In this volume the aim has been to cover issues related to variability, detection, breeding for resistance, eco-friendly management of diseases, regulatory, aspects and policy issues related to mycotoxins and pest risk analysis, and so also topics covering status of some economically important diseases, on the uses of ergots, etc. Having performed this exhaustive and uphill task the editors realized that the forth coming ARPP volume should include articles on various aspects of our ancient treasure of traditional knowledge of plant protection science in to and their management strategies. The present should perfectly be a link between past and future.