This disease is worse in wet situations, so plant in well-drained soil and avoid compacting the soil around the plants. Plant narrow rows and space plants widely within the row to keep the canopy dry. Plant in an area with good air circulation and control weeds to improve air circulation. Irrigate in the morning so that leaves can dry quickly. See current recommendations for chemical control of this disease.
Resistant varieties are available.
Anthracnose Anthracnose is caused by the fungus Colletotrichum acutatum . This is generally thought to be a Southeastern fruit problem, but can be found in New England if the weather in spring is very warm. It has been of increasing significance since the mid-1980s in this area. It is favored by warm, humid or wet weather. It is more severe in day-neutral or late bearing varieties.