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Wheat leaf rust observed near Hutchinson in Kansas
Wheat leaf rust was found on April 9 in central Kansas near Hutchinson in plots used for variety screening. Incidence remains under 2 percent and is limited to the lower canopy. Susceptible varieties Overley and Lakin are affected. Lakin is mainly research use while Overley has acreage. Moderate powdery mildew noted. no stripe rust yet, but conditions may worsen. Extension pathologist Erick De Wolf urges monitoring and possible fungicide if warranted.
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Bob Hunger
Oklahoma State University
Erick de Wolf