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Disease Detail

Maize Leaf Blight

Leaf blight-type diseases can cause expanding lesions and loss of photosynthetic leaf area.

Symptoms

Look for elongated or expanding brown/tan lesions on leaves. The exact appearance varies with the causal disease and crop stage.

Diagnosis

Record where symptoms started, their direction of spread and weather conditions. Examine both old and new leaves.

Management

Use suitable varieties, field sanitation and balanced crop management. Fungicide decisions should follow locally registered recommendations and label instructions.