Anthracnose
scouted Aug. 16, 2023
- Scientific Name
- Colletotrichum destructivum
- Background
- Edamame Soybeans in Johnston county, variety AG52XFO, were scouted and observed 100% of the field in random areas were affected.
- Conclusion
- The cause of disease was identified as Anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum. While usually a disease that shows in the stems and the petioles, it can also cause leaf curling and reddening of the veins. Warm, wet weather favors infection and disease development. Crop rotation and tillage can reduce inoculum, while foliar fungicides will reduce disease, but it's usually not profitable.
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