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Louisiana Plant Pathology: Scurf of Sweet Potato
scurf

Scurf is a common disease of sweet potatoes. Proper identification is the key to successful disease management. Use this fact sheet to help you identify and manage this disease. (PDF Format Only)

Nematode Management in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production
nematodes in sweet potatoes

Plant-parasitic nematodes can damage plants in many ways and are considered to be a serious threat to sweet potato production in Louisiana. This publication describes problematic nematode species and management strategies available for these pests. (PDF format only)

Louisiana Plant Pathology: Phytophthora Blight of Peppers
Phytophthora Blight of Peppers

Proper identification is the key to successful disease management. This fact sheet is intended to aid in the identification and management of phytophthora blight on peppers.

Louisiana Plant Pathology: Downy Mildew on Cucurbits
downy mildew on cucurbits

Downy mildew is a potentially devastating disease of all cucurbits. Disease symptoms, development, control measures and color photographs of symptoms on pumpkin, cucumber and watermelon are included. (PDF format only)

Insect Pest Management in Louisiana Sweet Potatoes
sweet pototo insects
Soil insect pests can be extremely problematic in Louisiana sweet potato production. The majority of insect damage in sweet potatoes occurs on the root surface and consists of unattractive scars and holes. The market tolerance for this cosmetic injury is very low, and minimal insect damage can drastically affect the marketability of the crop. (PDF format only)
Managing Cucumber Beetles (Rootworms) in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production
cucumber beetle
Cucumber beetles (rootworms) are significant insect pests of sweet potatoes in Louisiana. Adults and larvae of these insects feed on sweet potatoes, but larvae are the most damaging. Descriptions of the banded cucumber beetle and the spotted cucumber beetle, as well as management strategies for these insects, are included in this publication. (PDF Format Only)