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Powdery mildew

Powdery mildew

Powdery mildew on peas can be widespread and severe in warm, dry seasons. Initial leaf infection appears as small, white lesions. Severely infected leaves become grey-green as spores are produced. Resistant cultivars should be grown, and systemic fungicides are also available.

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Sue Zydenbos, 'Arable farming - Diseases and pests', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/17595/powdery-mildew (accessed 30 March 2024)

Story by Sue Zydenbos, published 24 Nov 2008