FORECAST DISCUSSION: Monday, March 19: *** There is Low Risk to the U.S. production areas Monday and Tuesday *** A major storm system will be moving across the eastern Gulf of Mexico and Florida today and Tuesday. However, trajectories from Cuba will move generally east, far away from any U. S. growing areas. Localized disease development is likely in Cuba. Some localized disease development is also possible in eastern Mexico.
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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
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***** 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.