Downy Mildew Disease in South Carolina
Cucurbit downy mildew disease was identified this week in South Carolina, according to the The South Carolina Grower. The disease was observed in a cucumber field in Bamberg County.
Downy Mildew in North Florida Watermelons
What was inevitable has now become reality for North Florida watermelon producers – downy mildew disease in this year’s crop.
Michigan vegetable crop report
May 24, 2022
Squash and slicing cucumbers were being seeded and transplanted this week in SW Michigan. Squash sowing was on tap in West Central. Pumpkins, hard squash, melons and watermelons are on the docket.
Read the full MSU vegetable report
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Updates
May 24, 2022
Clemson Cooperative Extension agents in the Coastal Region reported on weather conditions and their effect on pests and diseases in cucurbits:
“Given the increased chances of rainfall, we are increasing protection against gummy stem blight.”
“Cucurbit downy mildew is active in South Georgia, so any cucumber growers should be prepared to apply fungicides.”
“The good news about it being so dry is that diseases have been kept at bay this spring. However, I am seeing a good bit of powdery mildew on squash and zucchini.”
Squash and zucchini are being harvested in the Midlands.
