Anthracnose Leaf Blight and Stalk Rot of Maize

Symptoms

Oval, tan lesions with reddish borders on leaves; stalk rot with internal black discoloration, sometimes causing "top dieback" of the plant.

Favorable conditions

• •Warm, humid weather
• •Continuous corn cropping and residue buildup

Management

1. 1Plant resistant hybrids
2. 2Rotate crops
3. 3Manage crop residue to reduce overwintering inoculum