Fusarium root rot
scouted Sept. 8, 2021
- Scientific Name
- Fusarium sp.
- Background
- Soybeans in Onslow county were scouted and observed with 5% of the field affected by defoliation, yellowing in a mottle pattern, leaf spots, as well as scorch and burn in patches throughout the field. The field was in a low, sunny, and dry site.
- Conclusion
- The issue was identified as Fusarium root rot. This disease is caused by Fusarium sp. Fusarium root rot can result in both pre- and post-emergence damping-off, leading to delayed emergence and stunting of infected seedlings.
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