- The cool, damp weather the past week has been ideal for downy mildew development on spring crops. Growers are advised to scout fields on a regular basis
- The heavy rains and damp, cool weather have been ideal conditions for early-season damping off caused by Pythium. Growers should continue to scout on a regular basis and remain proactive in their fungicide programs as long as current weather patterns continue.
- Cercospora leaf spot on swiss chard has been reported.
- Bacterial leaf spot of parsley has been reported.
- Basil downy mildew has been reported in greenhouses in North Carolina.
- Cucurbit downy mildew has been reported as far north as St. Lucie County, Florida.
- For more information on controlling these and other important diseases please see the 2019 Mid-Atlantic Commercial Vegetable Production Guide. The guide is available for FREE online by following the links on the Plant and Pest Advisory website. Hardcopies of the 2019 guide can be purchased through your local county Extension office.
