Bean Rust
Common Name
Bean Rust
Scientific Name
Uromyces appendiculatus
Issue
Fungal
Causes
Spread long distance by wind, spread plant to plant through farm tools, insects or water splush.
Prevention
Destroy crop residues after harvesting. Avoid continuous cropping of beans. Practice 2 to 3 year rotation without legumes. Intercrop with cereal. Plant resistant variety- 'Theresa' and 'Super Monet'.
Control
Use of pesticides.