Zebra chip disease is a serious condition affecting potato plants, caused by the bacterium Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum. This disease is primarily spread by the potato psyllid, an insect that feeds on the sap of the plants. Infected potatoes develop dark stripes, resembling a zebra pattern, which can render them unmarketable. The disease not only affects the quality of the potatoes but can also lead to significant yield losses for farmers. Management strategies include controlling the potato psyllid population and using resistant potato varieties to minimize the impact of zebra chip disease on crops.