Problem of the Week
This Week: September 24, 1999:

  • Fusarium Fruit Rot in Pumpkins
    • see below

    Previously....

    From August 18, 1999, Watermelon Mosaic Virus on Pumpkins
     From July 13, 1999, Spider Mites on Pumpkin Leaves
     From July 1, 1999,
  • Command Carryover Affects Tomatoes
  • Bacterial Wilt in Muskmelons
  • Drought Conditions
    • From June 9, 1999, Impatiens Necrotic Spot on Pepper Transplants
     From: July 15, 1998, Phytophthora Blight on Tomatoes

    From: July 8, 1998. Angular Leaf Spot on Pumpkin,
    Buckeye Rot on Tomatoes (Phytophthora spp., including P. capsici),
    Phytophthora Blight of Cucurbits

    From June 25, 1998: Timber Rot on Tomatoes plus Hail Damage on Tomatoes and Sweet Corn.

    This Week:

  • Fusarium Fruit Rot in Pumpkins

    Early development of Fusarium Fruit Rot on the bottom of the pumpkin fruit which was in touch with the ground. Notice the development of a white to pink mold. This area will soften quickly.
    The affected area rapidly enlarges.


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