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Pear Scab on pear

Venturia pyrina

Fungal disease similar to apple scab but specific to pear, causing leaf and fruit lesions.

Disease
Pear Scab
Pathogen type
Fungal
Crop
Pear
Scientific name
Venturia pyrina

Pear Scab on pear

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Symptoms on pear

  • Olive-brown spots on leaves
  • Scabby lesions on fruit
  • Defoliation in severe cases

IPM controls

  • Sanitation of fallen leaves
  • Fungicide program from green tip
  • Resistant varieties where available
  • Pruning for airflow

Other crops affected by pear scab

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