White rot on oilseed crops

Abstract

Sclerotinia sclerotiorum (Lib.) De Bary is the most significant pathogen which cause significant damage to sunflower, soybean and rapeseed worldwide. Great economics losses can occur in areas with humid and colder climate. Characteristic symptoms are white coatings of mycelium on infected parts of plants and the appearance of sclerotia. Since there are no effective protection measures, it is necessary to implement agro-technical control measures.

Keywords

• white rot
• oilseed crops
• mycelium
• sclerotia