Phytophthora Blight of Cucurbits October 24, 2017 - From Issue: 637 By: Dan Egel Read More This disease was a serious problem in much of the state this past summer. As a result, I have had many questions about managing this disease. The questions I have[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Downy Mildew of Cucurbits August 31, 2017 - From Issue: 635 By: Dan Egel Earlier in August, downy mildew was reported on all cucurbit species in LaPorte County in northwest Indiana and on pumpkins in Starke County (just south of La Porte County). More[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Cercospora Leaf Spot of Beet August 31, 2017 - From Issue: 635 By: Dan Egel Read More This disease was observed in southern Indiana recently. Cercospora leaf spot affects table beets and swiss chard. Symptoms include circular leaf spots that may have a reddish margin. The center[Read More…] Article Categories: Root, Tuber, and Bulb Crops Beets Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Powdery Mildew of Cucurbits August 18, 2017 - From Issue: 634 By: Dan Egel Read More Powdery mildew is a common disease of cantaloupe and pumpkin in Indiana. Occasionally, I observe this disease on watermelon as well. Recently, I have noticed more powdery mildew than usual[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Powdery Mildew Symptoms vs Variegated Leaves August 12, 2017 - Veggie Extras Article By: Dan Egel Read More One of the most common diseases of pumpkin in Indiana is powdery mildew. Growers are naturally anxious to observe whether the fungicide they have been applying for this disease has[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Pumpkins Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Southern Rust of Sweet Corn August 7, 2017 - From Issue: 633 By: Dan Egel Read More Southern rust of corn is normally a disease of tropical areas. During summer months, however, the fungus which causes southern rust, Puccinia polysora, often moves into southern areas of the[Read More…] Article Categories: Corn Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Southern Blight of Pepper and Tomato August 7, 2017 - From Issue: 633 By: Dan Egel Read More Southern blight of pepper and tomato thrives under hot, dry conditions. Usually, such conditions are more likely in August. Production under tunnels may contribute to the dry conditions that influences southern[Read More…] Article Categories: Peppers Tomato Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Bacterial Spot of Pumpkin July 20, 2017 - From Issue: 632 By: Dan Egel Read More I have observed this disease in scattered commercial pumpkin and squash fields across Indiana. Bacterial leaf spot of pumpkin is perhaps the most serious disease of pumpkin in Indiana today.[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Pumpkins Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
White Mold of Vegetables June 8, 2017 - From Issue: 629 By: Dan Egel Read More White mold has a large host range including tomatoes (where it may be referred to as timber rot), cucumbers, lettuce and snap beans as well as many more. In this[Read More…] Article Categories: Solanaceous Crops Tomato Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
Cucurbit Fungicide Schedules May 25, 2017 - From Issue: 628 By: Dan Egel Cantaloupe, watermelon and pumpkin growers can use information in the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide for Commercial Growers (ID-56) to help determine what fungicides to apply. The MELCAST system (see accompanying[Read More…] Article Categories: Cucurbits Article Tags: Plant Disease Management
