This unit presents an Integrated Pest Management approach to the pathogen, Phytophthora infestans, which causes late blight in tomatoes and other solanaceous plants. We will cover identification, as well as management methods for late blight.
At the end of this module, the student will be able to:
- Distinguish Late Blight from other "look-a-like" diseases.
- Learn how to scout for early signs of Late Blight.
- Understand the favorable conditions for Late Blight.
- Understand management strategies for Late Blight infection.
- Teacher: Marion Zuefle