Bean Binoculars Incident

Pythium

Issue: Pathogen

Scouted in Dickey County, ND on June 16th, 2024

Pythium

Details:

Soybean seedlings at the V2 (second trifoliate) growth stage were observed showing symptoms of Pythium Seedling Blight and Root Rot. Pythium species are the cause of damping off in soybeans pre- or post-emergence. Often infected seeds will appear rotten, with soil sticking to them. Lesions appear on seedlings on the hypocotyl or cotyledon and seedlings are easily pulled from the soil.

Conclusion:

You can find more information about Pythium and future management recommendations in this article from CPN.

Resources:

Pythium | CPN

Photo of a soybean seedling that appears brown and dying. Photo of several rows of soybean seedlings either dead or absent due to Pythium.