- Cucurbit downy mildew has been reported on cucumber as far north as northern North Carolina this past week. CDM was reported on acorn, yellow summer, and butternut squash in South Carolina and on watermelon and cucumber in North Carolina. All cucurbit growers should scout on a regular basis for downy mildew and powdery mildew.
- There have been no new reports on late light in the region. Late blight (US23) was reported on potato on the Eastern Shore a few weeks ago. All tomato and potato growers in the region should scout on a regular basis.
- Blackleg caused by Dickeya dianthicola has been reported in potato this past week. All potato growers should continue to scout for symptoms of Blackleg, especially as temperatures warm up, and report any suspect plants or fields for testing.
