Disease

Symptoms

Fungicide

Method of application/ Control Measures

Name:-Fusarium foot rot

Much yet unknown. Current infestation suggests spores spread by contaminated soil on machinery.

Cooler temperatures possibly more favorable. Symptoms most evident after fruit set. Usually reduces crop on portions of plants. Isolated branches show virus-like leaf distortions and yellowing. Remains isolated to individual stems or plant sides.

Leaf: - Spotting, leaf mottle and/or interveinal chlorosis limited to individual branches.

Stem: -Discoloration extends about 4" up the stem from the root lesion.

Root and fruit: - A soft and/or wet brown lesion will be found on the main or lateral root.

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Crop rotation and growing resistant variety are effective in checking the disease.