Vegetable and Fruit Crops Pathology

I. Phytophthora Root Rot of Raspberry

Phytophthora root rot, caused by Phytophthora species, is a serious disease of red, black, and purple raspberries. This year, Phytophthora root rot has been observed in some of the raspberry production sites in Illinois. The disease has been observed in Illinois in the past years. The disease can be managed by avoiding the introduction of the pathogen to the production site, selecting a well-drained production site, planting resistant or less susceptible varieties, and using fungicides. For more information on Phytophthora root rot of raspberry, click here.

II. Illinois Summer Hort. Day

Illinois Summer Horticulture Day will be held at Eckert's orchard near Belleville, Illinois, on June 17, 2004. For more information about the Illinois Summer Horticulture Day, click here. For information on the Eckert's Orchards, Check the following website for information on Eckert's Country Stores and Farms.

May 28th, 2004
	I. Phytophthora Root Rot of Raspberry Phytophthora root rot, caused by Phytophthora species, is a serious disease of red, black, and purple raspberries. This year, Phytophthora root rot has been observed in some of the raspberry production sites in Illinois. The disease has been observed in Illinois in the past years. The disease can be managed by avoiding the introduction of the pathogen to the production site, selecting a well-drained production site, planting resistant or less susceptible varieties, and using fungicides. For more information on Phytophthora root rot of raspberry, click here. II. Illinois Summer Hort. Day Illinois Summer Horticulture Day will be held at Eckert's orchard near Belleville, Illinois, on June 17, 2004. For more information about the Illinois Summer Horticulture Day, click here. For information on the Eckert's Orchards, Check the following website for information on Eckert's Country Stores and Farms.