Fusarium wilt
Common Name
Fusarium oxysporum
Scientific Name
Issue
Disease
Causes
The fungus is both seed-borne and soil-borne. It may become established in many types of soil, but it is likely to cause most damage on light, sandy soils. It is most active at temperatures between 25 and 32deg C. Since the fungus produces resting spores
Prevention
Long crop rotation (4 to 6 years) is necessary, and use certified, disease-free seeds Avoid using any solanaceous crop (potato, tomato, pepper, eggplant) or other host plants in the rotation. Rotate with cereals and grasses wherever possible. Use resista
Control
Raise soil pH by applying lime or farmyard manure where soil is acidic. Do not use chicken manure, which is very acidic.