Pathogenicity and fungicide sensitivity of Phaeocytostroma ambiguum, a fungal species recovered from the crowns of corn plants.

May 1, 2026

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This research aims to evaluate the pathogenicity of Phaeocytostroma ambiguum on corn and assess its sensitivity to fungicides.
Fungal isolates were collected from corn plant crowns.
Fungicide efficacy tests were conducted to determine sensitivity profiles.
Pathogenicity was assessed through controlled inoculation in field conditions.
Phaeocytostroma ambiguum was confirmed as pathogenic on corn with a significant infection rate.
Multiple fungicides displayed varying levels of efficacy against the fungal species, aiding in treatment strategies.
Results contribute to understanding crown rot development dynamics in U.S. agriculture.

Assesses fungicide efficacy against crown rot caused by a fungal species in corn, indicating treatment options.

is pathogenic on corn, provide fungicide efficacy data, and contribute to the overall understanding of crown rot development in the U.S.

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