Crop Diseases Spreading and Increasing
August 6, 2020
Southern rust continues to spread across eastern Nebraska. To date, southern rust has been reported in 45 Nebraska counties. Gray Leaf Spot, Bacterial Leaf Streak and Frogeye Leaf Spot are increasing as well.
Fungicide Resistance and Management of Frogeye Leaf Spot of Soybean in Nebraska
June 24, 2020
The results from field trials suggest an integrated disease management approach including tillage (when practical), crop rotation, resistant varieties, seed treatment, and timely application of mixed-mode of action fungicides provides the best control.
Crop Diseases Reported by the UNL Plant and Pest Clinic
October 18, 2019
Root, crown and ear rots lead the list of corn and soybean diseases reported in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab from October 1 to October 17.
Late Season Soybean Diseases Widespread in Areas of Nebraska
September 13, 2019
Record rainfall during August and continued wet conditions into September are much to blame for the flush of diseases Nebraska’s soybean crop has been experiencing. Here are some of the most common diseases at this time and information on managing them.
Crop Disease Reports from the UNL Diagnostic Clinic
September 13, 2019
Diseases of corn, soybean, sorghum and alfalfa diagnosed by the Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic in the last two weeks.
Frogeye Leaf Spot in Northeast Nebraska
August 19, 2019
Moderate to severe frogeye leaf spot is being reported on soybean in northeast Nebraska. Pathogen resistance to QoI fungicide is suspected in two fields. If you suspect resistance, contact the author for possible testing.
Extension Crop and Pest Reports (August 12-16)
August 16, 2019
Twitter reports from Nebraska Extension of what to watch for in the field.
PP&DC Disease Reports
August 9, 2019
Corn and soybean diseases confirmed by the Plant, Pest and Diagnostic Clinic and reported by district.