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Ed Sikora's Observations
Frogeye Leaf Spot Alert |
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Collecting Leaf Samples for Analysis |
FLS Monitoring |
August 1, 2014 |
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We have observed downy mildew (bright yellow spots in upper canopy) in numerous fields. Don't confuse this for frog eye. Downy is not a disease a grower needs to treat for but it is very noticeable when scouting. | ![]() |
We have also observed a few plants with virus-like symptoms. We suspect this is soybean mosaic virus (image). We are also beginning to see symptoms of soybean vein necrosis virus in a few fields. Virus diseases cannot be controlled at this time but they are cool to find in a field because of the odd plant growth patterns and colors schemes. | ![]() |
We detected more FLS in Cherokee and DeKalb counties yesterday, and in Choctaw, Dallas and Pickens counties earlier this week. |
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I will be monitoring fields in the southwest region today but it appears FLS is a statewide problem this year. Please alert your growers to scout their fields and to consider a fungicide application, if necessary. Ed Sikora. Extension Plant Pathologist. |
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