Root rot of carrot
General Black spots on cold-stored carrots are a major problem and can lead to significant postharvest losses Several different fungal pathogens cause [...] pathogens in Northwest Europe. Damage symptoms Rhexocercosporidium carotae is a slow-growing fungus that can infect both roots and foliage. The infection starts [...] areas are firm, shallow, and clearly visible. Under certain conditions, an olive-green mycelium can develop on the surface. Initially, the disease forms circular