Anthracnose

problems Guide

Signs of the problem

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Small circular or irregularly shaped dry spots which are gray to straw in color on leaves

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A high number of spots may cause the leaf to die; lesions may coalesce to form large necrotic patches causing leaves to turn yellow and wilt; lesions may split or crack in dry centers

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Fungus overwinters on leaf debris and on related weeds; disease emergence is favored by moist, warm conditions

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Lesions may coalesce to form large necrotic patches causing leaves to turn yellow and wilt; lesions may split or crack in dry centers; dry sunken spots on roots which enlarge and turn gray or brown

Solutions to the problem

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Control of disease depends on sanitary practices

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Treat seeds with hot water prior to planting

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Rotate crops

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Plant in an area with good soil drainage

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Remove all cruciferous weeds which may act as a reservoir for the fungus