How to manage phoma in oilseed rape

Learn about the drivers of risk and management options

Phoma symptoms in oilseed rape

Leaves, flowers, stems and pods may all show symptoms of infection

When use is necessary, a well-timed fungicide is an important part of control

Some OSR may already have 10% of the crop affected by phoma, according to the leaf spot forecast for the disease.

How air temperature influences disease resistance to phoma in oilseed rape was investigated by this research.

Watch out for phoma leaf spot in winter oilseed rape, as current risk could be higher than you think.

Cankers can effectively strangle a plant, cutting off vital water and nutrient supplies