Ask an Expert: Disease Protection During Plant Propagation

Q: How can growers combat disease during propagation where diseases are likely to arise?

A: The best environment for propagation — high humidity, high temperature and misting — is also perfect for disease development. The freshly germinated seed or cutting may be without roots, but the soft tissue is a prime candidate for soil-borne pathogen infections. Read More:

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