Anthracnose is rapidly becoming a major issue for growers, particularly in watermelon in the east coast.
UGA Extension
Wet Summer Impacts Crops | VSCNews
“Saturated soils can promote damping off, seedling blight and root rot in transplanted vegetables, especially in low lying areas of the field,”
Fusarium Wilt on Rise in Watermelons
Growers Need as Many Tools as Possible to Control Whiteflies | VSCNews
Southeast growers can produce a spring and fall crop thanks to an environment that’s conducive to growing crops year-round. However, that makes certain cucurbits like squash especially vulnerable to whitefly pressure.
Virus transmitting Whiteflies in Florida and Georgia | VSCNews
Whiteflies cause feeding injury issues in vegetables and transmit two viruses: cucurbit leaf crumple virus and cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus.
Use Resistant Varieties When Possible to Protect Against Whiteflies | VSCNews
“Whiteflies cause feeding injury issues in vegetables and transmit two new viruses: cucurbit leaf crumple virus and cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus.”
Proper Sanitation Remains Key Management Tactic Against Whiteflies | VSCNews
Whiteflies cause feeding injury issues in vegetables and transmit two new viruses: cucurbit leaf crumple virus and cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus.
Whiteflies Already a Concern for Georgia Farmers | VSC News
“Whiteflies cause feeding injury issues in vegetables and transmit two viruses: cucurbit leaf crumple virus and cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus. Vegetables like squash, zucchini, cucumber, cantaloupe and snap beans are highly susceptible to these viruses. Commercial cultivars that have resistance or tolerance to these pathogens are not available.”