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Micosis/Hongos

Screening or shotgun blast: what it is, how it occurs, and how to eliminate it effectively

Screening Or Pelleting

Wilsonomyces Carpophilus

Pathogen:

Fungus

Type:

Risk to the plant:

MILD

Screening or shotgun blast: what it is, how it occurs, and how to eliminate it effectively
Screening or shot in apricot | idMicrobe

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DESCRIPTION

WHO CAUSES IT?

Wilsonomyces carpophilus is a fungal pathogen that affects several fruit crops, including apricots. It is characterized by its ability to survive in unfavorable conditions, since it can overwinter in plant remains or in the soil. This pathogen produces spores that spread easily by wind and water, infecting new plants. It can also survive on other host plants, expanding its range of infestation. Its life cycle depends on environmental factors, such as temperature and humidity, which affect its spread and virulence.

SYMPTOMS

The disease caused by this fungus in apricots is known as screening or pelleting. The most obvious symptoms are the appearance of circular brown or purple Taches on the leaves, which often dry out and fall, leaving holes in the leaves. Brown or black lesions appear on the branches and fruits, which can affect the development of the fruits and reduce the quality of the harvest. These symptoms can lead to a significant reduction in apricot production.

• The leaves show brown Taches with a reddish halo.
• Taches on leaves may dry and fall off, leaving holes.
• The branches have dark lesions that can cause the plant to weaken.
• The fruits develop brown or black Taches that affect their quality and marketing.

Screening or Shot: Symptoms and Damage in Apricots
Damage caused by screening or shotgunning in apricot
Screening or Shot in Apricot: How to Recognize and Treat It Effectively

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TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

20ºC - 25ºC

85% - 95%

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HOW IS IT SPREAD?

Wind, water, infected plant residues.

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HOW TO REMOVE IT?

Home remedies

BONE MEAL OR GROUND FISH SHELLS

RUSTY NAILS OR IRON SHAVINGS

BANANA PEELS

EPSOM SALTS (MAGNESIUM SULFATE)

SOLUTION WITH HOUSEHOLD BORAX

GROUND OR BOILED EGGSHELLS

COMPOST WITH ONION OR GARLIC SCRAPS

VEGETABLE COOKING WATER

WOOD ASH

WATER WITH VINEGAR OR LEMON (VERY DILUTED)

GARLIC INFUSION

USED COFFEE OR TEA

BANANA AND EGGSHELL INFUSION

POTATO OR LEGUME COOKING WATER

COMPOST FROM FRESH GREEN LEAVES

COMPOST OR WELL-AGED MANURE

DILUTED MILK (1:10)

BANANA TEA

LEAF COMPOST

NETTLE SLURRY

POTASSIUM SOAP AND NEEM OIL SOLUTION

POTASSIUM SOAP SOLUTION + NEEM OIL + DIATOMACEOUS EARTH

BAKING SODA AND NEUTRAL SOAP SOLUTION

GARLIC INFUSION WITH NEUTRAL SOAP

CHROMATIC OR ADHESIVE TRAPS

DILUTED MILK

HORSETAIL INFUSION

TRUNK WHITEWASHING

DIATOMACEOUS EARTH

WOOD ASH

NETTLE SLURRY

CUT THE AFFECTED BRANCHES AND APPLY CINNAMON

GARLIC AND CINNAMON INFUSION

INFUSION OF WORMWOOD, CHILI OR CHILLI

CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREA AND APPLY ASH PASTE WITH GARLIC OR CINNAMON

GARLIC AND MINT INFUSION

LIGHT TRAPS

APPLY CINNAMON POWDER

PITFALL TRAPS

CRUSHED EGG SHELLS

CLEAN AND SEAL THE WOUND WITH CLAY, CINNAMON AND GARLIC PASTE

GARLIC INFUSION

MATURE COMPOST

TRAPS WITH VINEGAR AND SOAP

SEAL HOLES WITH ASH PASTE AND CRUSHED GARLIC

VINEGAR AND BAKING SODA SOLUTION

ANT TRAP

TAPE TRAP

PHEROMONE TRAP

ALCOHOL TRAPS

FUNNEL TRAP

There are no home treatments

Chemical treatments

• CAPTAN 47.5% [SC] P/V
• CAPTAIN 80% [WG] P/P
• DIFENOCONAZOLE 25% [EC] P/V
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 35% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 37.5% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 38% (EXPR. IN CU) [SC] P/V
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WP] P/P
• CUPROUS OXIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WP] P/P
• CUPRIC HYDROXIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P

Treatments allowed in organic farming

• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 35% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 37.5% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 38% (EXPR. IN CU) [SC] P/V
• COPPER OXYCHLORIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WP] P/P
• CUPROUS OXIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WP] P/P
• CUPRIC HYDROXIDE 50% (EXPR. IN CU) [WG] P/P

Insect allies

PREDATORY MITES

LADYBUGS

LACEWINGS

PARASITIC WASPS

HOVERFLIES OR PARASITIC FLIES

PREDATORY BUGS

There are no natural allies

Mycodiplosis oidii (predatory mosquito)

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It is important to apply prevention and control measures to manage this disease. Pruning and removing infected plant material are critical steps to minimize the spread of the pathogen. Additionally, fungicides must be applied carefully and at appropriate times to prevent infection.

• Pruning infected branches and leaves is essential to reduce the spread of the pathogen.
• Remove and destroy infected plant debris to minimize spread.
• Apply fungicides according to recommendations and at critical times to control the disease.
• Make sure to maintain adequate humidity management to avoid favorable conditions for the fungus.
• Maintain the health of the plantation and carry out frequent monitoring to detect and treat the disease in time.
• Use apricot varieties that are resistant or tolerant to the disease.

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