Currently, both clade 1 and clade 2 have arrived in North Carolina through air currents.
Cucurbit Downy Mildew
Mary Hausbeck discusses oomycetes | GLVPN
CucCAP plant pathologist, Mary Hausbeck joined the July 28, 2021 podcast to talk about a group of pathogens called oomycetes
Cucurbit downy mildew detected on cucumber | MSU Extension
“A spray interval of five days is recommended when weather is favorable for disease. This shorter interval should not be an issue if the recommended fungicides are used in alternation.”
July 2021 Clemson Crop Updates
On June 28, 2021, Clemson Extension agents provide weekly updates about the status of various crops being produced throughout South Carolina in The South Carolina Grower this week.
Cucurbit Downy Mildew Confirmed in Western NC
Leaves showed symptoms typical of CDM: angular, chlorotic or yellow lesions on the upper surface of the leaves with gray to black spores on the underside of the leaf.
Downy mildew confirmed in Michigan
Downy mildew has been confirmed on cucumbers in four Michigan counties. CucCAP vegetable pathologist, Mary Hausbeck recommended that cucumber growers take agressive action due to recent humid conditions and presence of cucurbit downy mildew spores.
