Soybean sudden death syndrome

scouted Aug. 23, 2021

Scientific Name
Fusarium virguliforme
Background
Soybeans in Camden county, variety Pioneer 43A42X, were scouted and observed with 5% of the field affected by browning and yellowing in spots in the field.
Conclusion
This issue was caused by Fusarium. It often occurs in irregular patches in the field. Symptoms are first observed in hot and dry conditions, and they include interveinal chlorosis in the leaves, premature defoliation ,and wilting and reddish/brown vascular discoloration in the stem. This disease is usually a major limiting factor in soybean production, but it's more severe in northern states. It usually doesn't represent a major threat to soybeans in North Carolina.
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