Rust Pressure in Southern Highbush Blueberries — Why It Matters Leaf rust (caused by Thekopsora minima) is a serious foliar disease in southern highbush blueberry systems, especially under evergreen production in warm climates. In the Southeast including Florida and Georgia, rust can persist year-round on living foliage, producing spores through the mild winter and into […]
Stop Algal Stem Blotch Before It Spreads with CS 2005
Protect Your Blueberries from Algal Stem Blotch — with Magna-Bon CS 2005 Algal Stem Blotch, caused by the parasitic green alga Cephaleuros virescens, is a growing threat to southern highbush blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) and native sparkleberry (V. arboreum) in the Southeastern U.S.It shows up as red, blotchy stem lesions that weaken canes and reduce vigor, […]
Florida Blueberry Grower Finds Effective Solution with CS 2005!
Island Grove Blueberries, Production Manager – Kenny Butts relies on Magna-Bon CS 2005 for effective disease control in his blueberry production. CS 2005 (commonly known as Magna-Bon) helps maintain the health and quality of his crop, ensuring consistent yields and supporting his commitment to sustainable farming practices. Florida Blueberry Grower Finds Effective Solution with Magna-Bon […]
Cause for Concern: Blueberry Producers Be Wary of Algal Stem Blotch Disease
Florida blueberry producers need to stay vigilant in maintaining their blueberry bushes for the upcoming year, says Phil Harmon, professor and Extension plant pathologist at the University of Florida. One of the key diseases that growers need to protect against is algal stem blotch. It’s not a typical fungus disease so normal synthetic fungicides are not […]
They Rot in the Field – Orlando Sentinel Editorial Coverage
We have always prided ourselves in being a true partner with the farmers across the United States and around the world. Over the last couple of weeks through the pandemic of COVID-19, after seeing several social media posts of growers having issues of not being able to sell crops we decided we were going to […]