Cercospora leaf spot
scouted Aug. 2, 2023
- Scientific Name
- Cercorpora sp.
- Background
- Soybeans in Bladen county were scouted and observed 50% of the field was affected by yellowing along and between the veins, and leaf spots in random areas of the field.
- Conclusion
- The issue was identified as Cercospora blight of soybean. This disease is caused by the pathogen Cercospora kikuchii and although it's common in soybeans it rarely causes significant yield losses in North Carolina. Chemical management and cultural practices are both options to control Cercospora leaf blight.
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