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- PublicationBrown rot is a common disease that affects stone fruits, especially in climates with high humidity, rainfall, and warm temperatures. This publication discusses the symptoms of the disease and how...
- PublicationPlum pox virus is one of the most destructive stone fruit diseases worldwide, affecting peaches, plums, and apricots. This publication discusses the symptoms of the disease, how it is transmitted,...
- PublicationLarge patch is a common disease of warm-season turf grasses in the spring and fall. This publication outlines the symptoms of the disease, practices for avoiding it, and recommendations for...
- PublicationBacterial fruit blotch is a disease occurring sporadically in almost all areas of Texas where watermelons are grown. This publication discusses symptoms, diagnosis and disease development and management. (2 pages.)
- PublicationKarnal bunt is a fungal disease that affects wheat, durum wheat and triticale. This publication explains the life cycle of the disease, how it spreads, and methods of control. (4...
- PublicationPlant diseases can be caused by certain organisms or by environmental factors. This publication discusses non-chemical methods that suppress disease-causing organisms. (4 pages)...
- PublicationThe field symptoms of sorghum ergot are familiar to anyone involved in sorghum production. It is more difficult to identify the fungal pathogen in seed because there is a lack...
- PublicationPlant-parasitic nematodes are microscopic roundworms that feed on plant roots. In turf grasses, they cause damage similar to that of water stress, nutrient deficiency, or root diseases. Golf course managers...
- PublicationPowdery mildew is one of the most serious diseases of roses grown in greenhouses and in the field. Once infected, it can inflict immense damage and completely defoliate a rose...
- PublicationThe Phytophthora pathogen lives as a parasite in a variety of plant hosts and can cause stem, crown, and root rots. This publication explains the causes, symptoms, environmental factors, and...