Clubroot

problems Guide

Signs of the problem

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Slow growing, stunted plants

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Yellowish leaves which wilt during day and rejuvenate in part at night; swollen

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Distorted roots; extensive gall formation

Solutions to the problem

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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

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Applying lime to the soil can reduce fungus sporulation