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Cercospora Leaf Spot and Black Bean Aphid in Sugarbeets

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Cercospora Leaf Spot and Black Bean Aphid

Posted on: August 8, 2016 by Jerry Neufeld

AMSCO Pathologist Dr. Oliver Neher is reporting that Cercospora leaf spot has been confirmed in sugarbeet fields in the Wendell and Rupert areas. The recent weather conditions have been favorable for disease development. According to the 2016 PNW Plant Disease Handbook, “High humidity or free moisture and high temperatures (77°F to 95°F days, nights above 60°F) favor infection”. Many of the currently grown high-yielding sugarbeet varieties are susceptible or moderately susceptible to Cercospora. The 2016 PNW Plant Disease Handbook lists several fungicides that can be applied to treat this disease. Click on the link below for this information. The other link below directs to an extension bulletin published by the North Dakota State University and contains additional information for disease management. Dr. Neher is also reporting that black bean aphid is being found in these areas. You may be able to tank mix insecticides for black bean aphid with fungicides used for Cercospora. Contact your crop consultant from Amalgamated Sugar Company for more information.

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