Tag: Aspergillus niger
California Almonds: Aspergillus Niger Induced Hull Rot Nov 6, 2017
Hull rot can reduce yields of vigorous young almond orchards in the central and southern San Joaquin Valley. Symptoms often observed are dieback in lower limbs that often exhibit less […]
California Almonds: Kernel Defects – What Are the Causes? Oct 17, 2017
It has been a challenging year in regards to kernel quality within almonds. Several issues have emerged including insects, diseases, and deficiencies. Samples of each of these have been brought […]
Florida Peanuts, Jackson County: Crown Rot Showing Up Jul 8, 2016
The severity of crown rot varies from year to year, despite its general presence in peanut fields early in the season. Caused by Aspergillus niger (different Aspergillus than produces aflatoxin), crown rot may result […]