Fumigation is the process of releasing fumigants to suffocate and kill certain pests within the soil. These include soil-borne pests, weeds and nematodes.
Cucurbit Crop Production reports
Articles and Blog posts of interest to Cucurbit growers, breeders, and researchers.
South Florida pest and disease hotline 11-1-22
In Central Florida, whiteflies are reported to be at low to moderate levels in squash and cucumbers. In South West Florida ther is moderate whitefly pressure on melons. In Homestead, reports indicate increasing silverleaf feeding damage symptoms in squash.
Cucurbit leaf crumple virus (CuLCrV) and Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus (CYSDV) were reported in squash and watermelon in Southwest Florida. Watermelon crinkle leaf-associated virus 1 was also found in melons in the area.
In Central Florida melonworms were reported in cucumbers and squash.
In Southwest Florida, armyworms are present at low levels in melons. Melonworm populations are reported to be increasing.
In Homestead, melonworms are increasing on squash and cucumbers
Georgia vegetable disease update | AgNet Media
Cucurbit diseases such as downy mildew, powdery mildew, and gummy stem blight thrive in moist conditions. The current hot and dry weather conditions in Georgia have meant reduced disease pressure, which is normally prevalent this time of year.
SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report | Clemson HGIC
In October 2022, South Carolina Cooperative Extension agents reported on hurricane damage and pest damage on cucurbit and other crops.
Watermelon Crop Reports | AgNet Media
Heat Impact on Watermelons | AgNet Media
Watermelon Crop News | June 2022
North Florida producers have a finite harvest window following the production from the southern part of the state and preceding South Georgia production.
Disease update for Florida watermelons
UF/IFAS Extension reports on disease priorities for Florida cucurbit growers. Management of Downy mildew, gummy stem blight, and powdery mildew management on watermelon and cantalope.