Fusarium root rot
scouted July 6, 2023
- Scientific Name
- Fusarium sp.
- Background
- Soybeans in Bertie county were scouted and it was observed that 10% of the field was affected by yellowing in localized areas.
- 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. Prevalence tends to increase in warm and moist, but not saturated soils.
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