Crown Rots of Alfalfa
PPFS-AG-F-5: Crown Rots of Alfalfa
Authored by: Paul Vincelli
Abstract
Crown rots are chronic disease problems of alfalfa throughout the world. Crown rots cause loss of stand and forage yield in several ways. If the crowns are rotted severely enough, infected plants will die simply by being choked off. Carbohydrates for winter survival are stored in the crown and upper taproot. By rotting this area, crown rots also make alfalfa plants more sensitive to winter kill. Some crown rot fungi produce toxins, thus weakening or even killing the plant.
Core Details
Publication ID
PPFS-AG-F-5
Status
Minor Revision
Publication Date
May. 1, 2009
Series
Multi-Part Series
N/A
Categorical Details
Language
English
Peer Reviewed?
Yes