Common Smut in Corn

June 25, 2012

Common Smut, caused by the fungus Ustilago zeae or Ustilago maydis, can be found in corn fields every year, but smut does not typically cause major economic damage. However, high levels of infection can potentially cause yield losses. To read more about symptomology, life cycle and management of common smut, click here.


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Common Smut in Corn

June 25, 2012

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