G07-1677 Rhizopus Head Rot of Sunflower in Nebraska

Authors

Robert M. Harveson, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

2007

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 2007, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Sunflower crops grown in Nebraska are susceptible to diseases caused by bacteria, viruses and nematodes, but the most economically damaging is head rot, caused by the fungal pathogen Rhizopus. This 2007 NebGuide discusses the pathogen, disease history, symptoms, and management.