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Controlling Anthracnose and Alternaria Leaf Blights in Cucurbit Crops

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Plant & Pest Advisory – June 7, 2024 – Andy Wyenandt Anthracnose and Alternaria leaf blight can become problematic in cucurbit crops during long periodsof wet, humid weather. Both can cause significant losses if not controlled properly. With the productionseason in full swing, now is a good time to review a few of these important […]

Controlling Anthracnose and Alternaria Leaf Blights in Cucurbit Crops

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Andy Wyenandt, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Anthracnose and Alternaria leaf blight can become problematic in cucurbit crops during long periods ofwet, humid weather. Both can cause significant losses if not controlled properly. With the production season in full swing, now is a good time to review a few of these important diseases. Anthracnose, caused by Collectotrichum […]