Fusarium Wilt Symptoms

Fusarium wilt - (fungus - Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. melonis): Fungus infects roots causing damping-off of seedlings or wilting and plant death of older plants. Brown streaks may be visible on runners near the crown. Internally, roots have a honey brown discoloration, especially in the vascular elements. Resistant varieties and 4-5 year rotations are recommended for control.
December 20, 1995