Clemson University: Soilborne Threat Suggests a Shift in Disease Landscape for South Carolina Cucumber Growers
November 11, 2025
November 11, 2025
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Nov. 11 -- Clemson University issued the following news:
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New soilborne threat suggests a shift in disease landscape for South Carolina cucumber growers
Cottony leak is a destructive soft rot that affects cucurbit crops, including cucumbers, melons and pumpkins.
"This is a significant discovery because it changes how we approach disease management in cucurbit production systems."
- Anthony &q . . .
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New soilborne threat suggests a shift in disease landscape for South Carolina cucumber growers
Cottony leak is a destructive soft rot that affects cucurbit crops, including cucumbers, melons and pumpkins.
"This is a significant discovery because it changes how we approach disease management in cucurbit production systems."
- Anthony &q . . .