Rhizoctonia root rot

scouted Sept. 14, 2021

Scientific Name
Rhizoctonia sp.
Background
Soybeans in Chowan county were scouted and observed 20% of the field was affected by defoliation, dieback in patches, high area and dry site. The farmer has group 5 soybeans that have started to die before being fully mature.
Conclusion
The issue was identified as Rhizoctonia root rot. This disease is caused by Rhizoctonia sp. Rhizoctonia 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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