Bacterial wilt, brown rot

solanacearum is a plant pathogenic bacterium. It is a soil-borne disease and colonises the xylem, causing bacterial wilt and brown rot in a very wide range [...] Ralstonia solanacearum is a quarantine organism in Europe and considered a bioterrorist organism in the United States. It is a commonly found soil-inhabitant [...] show signs of stunting and produce many adventitious roots on the stem. The vascular stem tissue is coloured brown and when the stem is cut, bacterial slime

Downy mildew of Cucurbits

appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is actually the sporulation of the pathogens extruding from the stomata. Life cycle and appearance [...] the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this, the shorter the leaf wetness period that is required. Inside the plant [...] non-host crops Prevent a humid microclimate. Achieve this by lowering crop density, good aeration during propagation and maintaining a warm and dry climate in

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Black root rot of cucurbits

survives in the soil and is a strong saprophytic competitor, which means it can rapidly colonize ‘clean’ or sterilized soil and substrate. It aggregates [...] attachment of lateral roots and root hairs. The lesions may grow and encircle the root. The roots become yellow-brown to black and ultimately die. Black lesions [...] General Phomopsis sclerotioides is a plant pathogen infecting cucurbits, causing black root rot of cucurbits. Damage symptoms Phomopsis sclerotioides causes

Glume blotch

Parastagonospora nodorum (Phaeosphaeria nodorum) is a fungal pathogen of wheat , barley and ryethat induces yield and quality losses. Damage symptoms Phaeosphaeria [...] the lower leaves are infected and frequent rain is expected Be aware that in a crop with dense foliage, splash dispersal is more efficient so the disease [...] pycnidia and perithecia occur. Perithecia are also formed on dead glumes and stems. In case of severe infection , the heads of wheat become black and the kernels

Angular leaf spot

of the crown can be infected, creating a look similar to that of a Phytophthora fragariae infection. Life cycle and appearance of Angular leaf spot Xanthomonas [...] happens both passively and actively. Infection and disease development are favoured by temperatures around 20 °C during the day and cold nights, in combination [...] General Xanthomonas fragariae is a leaf spot disease found in strawberry. Damage symptoms Xanthomonas fragariae initially causes small, water-soaked lesions

Tomato moth

tomato moth (Lacanobia oleracea) is a particularly a pest in greenhouses but can also inflict damage on outdoor crops. It is a polyphagous species feeding on [...] moths, the hindwing is greyish and lighter than the forewing, with a darker shadow at the margin. The antennae are long and thin. Head and thorax are reddish-brown [...] host plant and developmental stage. At first, the body is a glossy green. Later, a conspicuous yellow longitudinal stripe with black dots above is visible

Foot rot of cereals

infection can produce a true foot rot, where the stem base becomes brown and rotten, resulting in lodging and whiteheads. This symptom is less common but can [...] Monographella nivalis ), is a significant concern for cereal crop growers worldwide. This disease primarily affects the roots and lower stem of cereal plants [...] seedling death and poor establishment. Surviving seedlings may develop a brown lesion around soil level. This can develop into foot and root rot. Symptomless

Thripex

Environmental conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F [...] Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Thripex depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction

Vidi Fortum

Betaine is an amino acid that improves drought and salinity resistance. Vidi Fortum supports the rhizobiome by providing organic matter and stimulating [...] of bacteria and fungi, resulting in improved uptake and utilisation of nutrients by the plants. Plants can take up Vidi Fortum via leaves and roots. Pack [...] as drench or via the irrigation system: A separate tank/container is recommended for the proper preparation and application of the product Always add Vidi