Managing Blackleg in potato
Factsheet developed by Hort Innovation and RM Consulting Group (RMCG).
Blackleg on potato can be caused by either Pectobacterium or Dickeya species, and they often work together in different combinations to cause this disease. Blackleg can result in stem decay, severe seed decay and sometimes lack of plant emergence in severe cases. This 2021 factsheet provides information on managing blackleg in potato crops.
