problems Guide
Older leaves yellowing; death of all leaves
Stunted growth
Fluffy white growth on base of bulb which spreads up bulb to storage leaves
Once disease is established the field is unusable for garlic production; fungus can survive in soil for 20 years and is one of the most damaging diseases of Allium crops worldwide, causing major crop losses
Avoid transferring soil or plant material between sites; treat seeds with hot water prior to planting; use a long term rotation with non-allium crops; apply appropriate fungicides if available
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