First report of Alternaria black spot of pomegranate caused by Alternaria alternata in Israel

Black spot disease of pomegranate is a new disease caused by Alternaria alternata on pomegranates in Israel. Symptoms can be seen on the leaves and fruits but no damage to the inner edible tissue is found. The causal agent was isolated and Koch Postulates were demonstrated. This is the first report of black spot disease of pomegranate in Israel.