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Alternaria Leaf Spot

Fungal
Symptoms

The twoAlternariaspecies,A. brassicaeandA. brassicicola,cause similar symptoms. Small, dark specks first develop on leaves and later enlarge into circular, tan spots (0.25-0.5 inch in diameter). The spots caused byA. brassicicolatend to be darker than those caused byA. brassicae.If conditions are favorable, dark green spores of the pathogen will grow on the spots. Such growth causes the spots to have concentric rings in them. Old leaf spots become papery in texture and may tear. When the dr

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Quick Facts

Type

Fungal

Prevention is Key

Many diseases can be prevented with proper cultural practices.

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