Tag: blackleg

Description: Potatoes are a staple food crop in many parts of the world, but they are susceptible to various diseases ...

Pathogen. The blackleg bacterium is primarily seed- borne. Contaminated handling equipment such as seed cutters and picker planters contribute to ...

This fact sheet on blackleg in potatoes was compiled by Hort Innovation and RM Consulting Group (RMCG) in Australia, and published online ...