UK Pike County Cooperative Extension Service

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Orange Rust: Non-Curable Disease in Brambles Orange rust of brambles can be a concern for Kentucky blackberry and raspberry growers. The first symptoms are often noticed in early spring when newly formed shoots appear weak and spindly. Once p…

Center Rot of Onion Center rot is a common bacterial rot disease of onion in Kentucky. The disease occurs in commercial and homegrown production. Center rot results in decay, which makes onions unusable. Disease is mo…

Septoria Leaf Spot of H**p H**p (Cannabis sativa) is grown both outdoors and in greenhouses.  Outdoor-grown h**p is susceptible to infection by leaf spot fungi that affect other crops and nearby plants, especially durin…

If you have any questions regarding this workshop, please contact Chad Niman.
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Cherry Leaf Spot Cherry leaf spot is a fungal disease of sweet, sour, and ornamental cherries. While this leaf disease is rarely a death sentence for trees, it can result in reduced blossoms, weakened trees, and in…

Anthracnose of Cucurbits Cucurbit anthracnose, commonly known as watermelon anthracnose, can affect all cucurbit species. Cucumbers, muskmelons (cantaloupe, honeydew), and watermelons are highly susceptible, while gourds, …

Don’t let the summer heat hijack your drink Heat and sunlight can cause chemicals and tiny plastic particles to seep into your drink, so here’s what to know before your next sip.