by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Leafy Crops
If you’ve been growing vegetables for a while, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered plants with unusual discoloration or growth patterns. These abnormalities are referred to as Chimera – a genetic disorder that can easily be mistaken for viral symptoms, such...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Cucurbits
Phytophthora capsici is a destructive pathogen that infects over 50 plant species across more than 15 families, with cucurbits and peppers among its most susceptible hosts. Symptoms: Phytophthora infection, particularly fruit rot, can occur at any stage from fruit set...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Cucurbits
Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that can infect all cucurbit crops. The disease is found worldwide and can cause severe reductions in yield if not sprayed for preventatively. There are two pathogens that infect cucurbits, Podosphaera xanthii (ex Sphaerotheca...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Cucurbits
Gummy stem blight (GSB), caused by the fungal pathogen Didymella bryoniae, is a serious disease that affects butternuts and other cucurbits. This disease impacts seedlings, foliage, stems, and fruit, leading to significant yield losses and post-harvest challenges if...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Brassica
Recent seasons have brought extreme temperature fluctuations and erratic rainfall patterns, increasing the occurrence of physiological disorders in vegetables. Two common disorders affecting broccoli and cauliflower are hollow stem and tipburn. Hollow Stem Hollow...
by Sakata Webmaster | Apr 21, 2025 | Brassica
Brassica crops are highly susceptible to numerous diseases. It is important for growers identify the common diseases in their specific growing regions and seasons. Employing cultural practices, resistant varieties, and informed management techniques can significantly...
