First U.S. finding of tar spot fungus in corn crop

Tar spot, a fungal disease of corn, was confirmed in north central Indiana, the first known instance of the disease in the U.S., said Purdue U. The specific disease found in Indiana has minimal effect on yields in regions, including Central America and Mexico, where tar spot is common. Other fungi that cause tar spot… » Read More

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