Phomopsis blight
scouted Oct. 4, 2021
- Scientific Name
- Diaporthe sp.
- Background
- Soybeans in Wake county were scouted and observed 100% of the field was affected by canker, dieback, yellowing, decay and premature death.
- Conclusion
- Diaporthe sp. The cause was identified as seed decay and pod blight, also previously known as Phomopsis blight. It's not a common occurrence in North Carolina but persistent arm wet weather preceding and at crop maturity may increase damages caused by this disease. Evidence in mature plants can be seen on the stems and pods and it appears as black specks (pycnidia) in the stem and pod.
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