FORECAST SUMMARY: Monday, April 9:
*** Disease Update - 4 April *** Tom Kucharek in FL informs us that blue mold is now present in two fields in northern FL, one in Alachua County, the other in Columbia County. Plants from the previously infected plant beds were used in those fields. Blue mold continues to spread locally in that area.
*** The current sources are Low Threats Monday and Tuesday *** High pressure is in control of the Southeast U.S. It will be sunny and hot for the next two days with no rain expected. In Texas, conditions are unfavorable for survivable transport after release, and washout is likely before trajectories approach other growing areas. Low Risk to all growers Monday and Tuesday.
TK
HIGH RISK areas: None
Blue Mold Active in the Plant Bed and Greenhouse (click on small image for larger image)
What should one look for?
Climate Outlooks and Epidemic Prognoses
Current Sources:
Previous Sources:
Papantla, Veracruz, Mexico
Tepic, Nayarit, Mexico
***** NOTE: These forecasts/outlooks only apply to disease development from airborne transport of spores!!! We do not have the capability to ascertain blue mold development by other means, such as transplanting of infected seedlings, nor will we attempt to do so. Please consult the Extension Service personnel in your area if you have concerns about these matters! *****
This service is provided by the North Carolina State University departments of Plant Pathology and Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences.