Anthracnose

Preparing for Pepper Anthracnose in 2023

Andy Wyenandt, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

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Pepper anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum spp. has become a significant problem on some farms insouthern New Jersey. Unlike in tomato, where symptoms are only present in mature (red) fruit, pepperanthracnose can infect pepper fruit at any growth stage. Currently, there are no commercially-available bell or non-bell peppers with known resistance to anthracnose. The pathogen over […]

Controlling Anthracnose and Alternaria Leaf Blights in Cucurbit Crops

Andy Wyenandt, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

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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 orbiculare, and Alternaria leaf blight […]