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Clubroot
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Is this a Minor Pest?
Yes
Minor Pest Title
Clubroot (Plasmodiophora brassicae)
Minor Pest Description
Clubroot caused by the slime mould fungus Plasmodiophora brassicae is particularly serious in Malawi. Its distinctive symptom is an abnormal enlargement of roots or even the underground stem. Its development is favoured by wet, cool, acidic soils.
Minor Pest What to do.
- Practise crop rotation.
- Irrigate properly.
- Adjust pH to 7.2 with hydrated lime
Minor Pest Position
4
Minor Pest Firstcontent
117
Pest Type
fungal
Host Plants
Cabbage,Kales,other Brassicas- Revised
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