Transplanting has been underway across the state. Some early melons under vented plastic tunnels were exhibiting some symptoms that are hard to diagnose. Producing crops at the fringes of the season may result in symptoms caused by freeze damage in the field or heat stress in tunnels.
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Gummy Stem Blight a Problem in North Florida Watermelons
Fusarium wilt is not the only disease affecting North Florida watermelons. According to an email alert sent by Suwannee Valley Extension agents, the region’s watermelon crop is undergoing high gummy stem blight pressure. High temperatures and humidity along with rain showers have provided the perfect environment for gummy stem blight.
Fusarium Wilt a Problem in Watermelons in South Carolina
CucCAP plant pathologist Tony Keinath recently reported in The South Carolina Grower that Fusarium wilt disease is becoming more widespread in watermelon fields in South Carolina.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 12, 2021
Transplanting of warm-season vegetables is set to ramp up at the end of this week in some areas, and direct-seeding continues. Cucumber, melon and squash transplants were between cotyledon and four true leaves in 50- and 72-cell transplant trays this week in Bay County, Michigan.
Fusarium Wilt on Rise in Watermelons
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates | VSCNews
Cucurbit crops in coastal South Carolina continue to develop well with a low incidence of chill injury from the cooler temperatures observed in April. Cucumber beetles, aphids, and squash bugs are being monitored. Crops are free from disease; however, protectant fungicides are still necessary. In the South Carolina lowcountry, galling on squash roots has been found in some fields. The galling is an indicator of root-knot nematodes.
Vegetable Crop Protection Guide for Ontario is Now Available
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in Ontario, Canada announced that the 2021 Publication 838 – Vegetable Crop Protection Guide is now available.
Georgia Watermelon Plants Vulnerable to Diseases Following Excessive Rains | VSCNews
After heavy rains, Georgia watermelon producers were warned that multiple diseases that could play a factor in the production season moving forward.
