Carrots

Post-Harvest Decay

Howard F. Schwartz


(Botrytis cinera, Sclerotinia sclerotiorum): cottony, white fungal growth on surface of water-soaked root lesions in the field or more commonly in storage. Hard, black sclerotia form on disease tissue. Other controls include crop rotation and recommended storage conditions.

Product list for Post-Harvest Decay:

Fungicide
Common/Trade Name

Product Rate

Remarks

thibendazole
Mertect 340-F


42 fl oz/100 gal


Post-harvest dip for 5-10 sec.

RRestricted use pesticide. 1Labeled for chemigation  2Generic active ingredient, several formulations.

The information herein is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and that listing of commercial products, necessary to this guide, implies no endorsement by the authors or the Extension Services of Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming or Montana. Criticism of products or equipment not listed is neither implied nor intended. Due to constantly changing labels, laws and regulations, the Extension Services can assume no liability for the suggested use of chemicals contained herein. Pesticides must be applied legally complying with all label directions and precautions on the pesticide container and any supplemental labeling and rules of state and federal pesticide regulatory agencies. State rules and regulations and special pesticide use allowances may vary from state to state: contact your State Department of Agriculture for the rules, regulations and allowances applicable in your state and locality.

 

Categories: Carrot, Post harvest decay, Diseases

Date: 04/01/2007