Fusarium Root Rot (on Beans) Description: Slow growth and appearance of red spots or streaks on lower stem and roots. First true leaves prematurely yellow and drop off. Diseased plants often stay alive by producing new roots near the soil surface; however, yield is severely reduced or eliminated. Solution: Minimizing soil compaction is very helpful in reducing fusarium root rot. Regular rotation with cover crops is a good way to loosen soil structure. Sprinkle SoilGardTM Microbial Fungicide over bean seed at time of sowing, before covering seed with soil.
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