Summer row crop disease summary for Kansas in 2020
In general, disease pressure was lower than normal for corn, soybeans, and grain sorghum. The dry weather at critical growth periods contributed to lower incidences of yield-limiting diseases. Read more in this article from Extension Plant Pathology.
Southern rust is active in central and eastern Kansas
Southern corn rust continues to spread in the southern part of the US and is now detected in four counties across central and eastern Kansas. The severity depends on the weather, and southern rust likes 90-degree days, warm nights, and high humidity. This article answers some frequently asked questions about managing southern rust in Kansas.