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Powdery Mildew on Sugar Beet: Importance, Identification, and Control

Oliver Neher and, John Gallian (April, 2013)

Summary

Powdery mildew on sugar beets can be particularly severe in arid climates, causing sugar yield losses of up to 35%. This publication describes the pathogen, its symptoms, the disease cycle and epidemiology, and control measures, including disease monitoring and use of tolerant varieties.