problems Guide
Slow growing, stunted plants
Yellowish leaves which wilt during day and rejuvenate in part at night; swollen
Distorted roots; extensive gall formation
Once the pathogen is present in the soil it can survive for many years, Elimination of the pathogen is economically unfeasible; rotating crops generally does not provide effective control; plant only certified seed and avoid field grown transplants unless produced in a fumigated bed
Applying lime to the soil can reduce fungus sporulation