Fusarium seed rot
scouted Dec. 7, 2020
- Scientific Name
- Fusarium sp.
- Background
- Soybeans in Pitt county were scouted and observed 15% of the field was affected. The entire plant and leaves showed symptoms.
- Conclusion
- This issue was identified as Fusarium seed rot. Fusarium sp. infects seeds reducing plant health. Pod damage, plant stress, and seed colonization are typical cause this disease. Fusarium seed rot is associated with wet and humid conditions. Soil that experiences waterlogging increases the chance of fusarium seed rot.
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