Monitoring for Root and Crown Diseases in Avocado Orchards

Root and crown diseases can defoliate and damage avocado trees, reduce fruit yields, and even kill avocado trees in the most severe cases. This video summarizes the symptoms to that indicate the presence of an infection; how to examine symptoms on branches, trunks, and roots; and how to take samples from symptomatic trees for further diagnosis. Examples of preventive measures are also briefly covered. Learn more at http://ipm.ucanr.edu/agriculture/

This video was produced by the University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program:
Content: Ben Faber, Stephanie Parreira, Petr Kosina, Tunyalee Martin
Presented by: Ben Faber
Videographer/Editor: Ray Lucas
Drone/Aerial footage: German Zuniga-Ramirez
Photos: Ben Faber, Petr Kosina, David Rosen