PPFS-VG-7: Fruit Diseases of Cucurbits

Emily Pfeufer | Jan. 26, 2021 (Major Revision)

Vegetables in the cucurbit family include cucumber, muskmelon (cantaloupe), summer squash, winter squash, and pumpkin. The following diseases primarily affect the fruit of these crops and can result in losses in commercial fields and home gardens.

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PPFS-FR-T-16: Sooty Blotch and Flyspeck of Apple

Nicole Ward Gauthier | Jan. 26, 2021 (New)

Sooty blotch and flyspeck (SBFS) is a common late summer disease complex. The resulting superficial blemishes do not cause fruit decay, but they can reduce market value for commercial produce. Infections of the waxy cuticle can also shorten storage life, as it allows for accelerated desiccation during refrigerated storage.

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ID-268: Kentucky Grain Crop Production at a Glance

Carl Bradley, John Grove, Carrie Knott, Chad Lee, Travis Legleiter, Sam McNeill, Edwin Ritchey, Raul Villanueva, Kiersten Wise | Jan. 13, 2021 (New)

A quick resource on grain crop production.

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ID-268P: Kentucky Grain Crop Production at a Glance (poster)

Carl Bradley, John Grove, Carrie Knott, Chad Lee, Travis Legleiter, Sam McNeill, Edwin Ritchey, Raul Villanueva, Kiersten Wise | Jan. 13, 2021 (New)

A quick resource on grain crop production. NOTE: This poster is 25 x 38 inches. ID-268 is the booklet-sized version.

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PPFS-FR-S-6: Rust Diseases of Brambles

Nicole Ward Gauthier, Jessica Sayre | Jan. 5, 2021 (Major Revision)

The three most important rust diseases occurring on brambles in Kentucky are cane and leaf rust, late rust, and orange rust. The most destructive of these diseases is orange rust, which is ultimately lethal to plants. Once infected, entire plants must be removed and destroyed. In contrast, cane and leaf rust, along with late rust, are not lethal to plants and can be managed using cultural practices and fungicides. Distinguishing between these rust diseases is critical for proper management.

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PR-779: 2020 Fruit and Vegetable Research Report

Doug Archbold, Win Dunwell, Bob Perry, Emily Pfeufer, Rachel Rudolph, John Snyder, John Strang | Dec. 18, 2020 (New)

Fruit and vegetable production continues to show sustained growth in Kentucky. As the industry grows around a diverse collection of marketing tactics (wholesale, farmer markets, CSAs, and direct to restaurants) as well as various production systems, there continues to be a need for applied practical information to support the industry. Evaluation of varieties is a continuing necessity and allows us to provide the most up to date information in communications with vegetable growers. The vegetable variety trial results are the basis for updating the recommendations in our Vegetable Production Guide for Commercial Growers (ID-36).

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PPFS-VG-25: Early Blight and Septoria Leaf Spot of Tomato - Disease Management for Commercial Grower

Erica Fealko, Emily Pfeufer | Dec. 15, 2020 (New)

Early blight and Septoria leaf spot are the most common fungal diseases of tomato in Kentucky. Often occurring together, these diseases can significantly reduce yields during seasons with humid, wet weather.

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PPFS-VG-6: Bacterial Canker of Tomato

Emily Pfeufer | Nov. 14, 2020 (Major Revision)

Bacterial canker is a potentially serious disease of tomato that can occur in commercial plantings and home gardens. This infectious disease is capable of spreading rapidly, resulting in devastating losses. It is a particularly difficult disease to manage because not only is there no cure, but the pathogen can be hard to eradicate once it has been introduced into a greenhouse, garden, or field.

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PPFS-OR-T-6: Necrotic Ringspot and Summer Patch in Kentucky Bluegrass Lawns

Paul Vincelli | Sep. 11, 2020 (Minor Revision)

Necrotic ring spot and summer patch are two patch diseases that can be very destructive when Kentucky bluegrass is grown under intensive management. In addition to bluegrass, certain fine-leaved fescues are susceptible.

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PPFS-GH-7: Cleaning and Sanitizing Commercial Greenhouse Surfaces

Samantha Anderson, Nicole Ward Gauthier, Josh Knight, W. Garrett Owen | Aug. 3, 2020 (New)

Greenhouse and nursery sanitation practices help prevent the introduction and spread of plant diseases and pests, as well as eliminate safety hazards. In general, being proactive in maintaining a clean growing environment will often be less expensive and more effective than reacting to a disease or pest issue after it emerges.