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Colquitt County Ag Report | Phytophthora fruit rot on Watermelons

The most effective method of control for this disease is to prevent Phytophthora capsici from moving into a non-infested field.  Keep in mind that P. capsici spreads by soil, water, and/or plant material so it is highly recommended to thoroughly clean all farm equipment that is used in an infested field before moving it to another field.

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disease symptoms on melon
Photo courtesy of UGA cooperative extension