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How to prevent Root and Crown Rot of Strawberry
- Avoid stress:
- Take runner tips at the right stage to avoid stress and make plants less susceptible
- Avoid extreme temperatures and water levels in rootzone Avoid overhead irrigation, since it seems to increase disease development
- Provide balanced nutrition
- Avoid damage to the plants by pest insects or plant handling
- Take hygienic measures:
- Remove any infected plants in a plastic bag
- Clean trays, tools, gutters etc. between subsequent crops
- Disinfect water used for irrigation
Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience.