the fungicide moves on or within
the plant" is a critical compo-
nent to consider when select-
ing a product, Kerns says. "This
is important because selecting
the best product is key but
also understanding how the
fungicide reacts when it comes
into contact with the plant is of
paramount importance."
Contact fungicides provide a
broad spectrum of control but
do not move appreciably within
the plant, staying primarily on
the leaf and stem surfaces. This
makes them an appropriate
choice for foliar diseases. Sys-
temic fungicides are absorbed
and translocated within the
plant, making them the better
choice for diseases of roots and
crowns (although they can also
be used for foliar diseases).
Having a basic understanding
of the modes of action, in com-
bination with a positive identi-
fication of the disease, will go a
long way in narrowing product
selection.
Application
aptitude
In the trifecta of disease control,
it's all or nothing. Even if you've
pinpointed the problem and
chosen the most effective prod-
uct, a misapplication will leave
you disappointed, wondering
what went wrong.
Under- or over-applying a
fungicide is a common mistake,
Kerns says.
For fungicides to be effective,
you must use them at their rec-
ommended rates. Double check
the rate on the label and be
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