Fruit rotting in field
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Sunburn
Cause: Insufficient bunch shading during prolonged high temperatures.
Solution: There is no cure for affected fruit. Maintain good canopy cover and ensure bunch covers are applied properly. It may be necessary to pull a leaf down over the bunch for protection.
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Cigar end
Cause: The fungus Musicillium theobromae (formerly known as Verticillium theobromae). It enters the fruit from the dead floral parts and extends 10 to 20 mm into the fruit.
Solution: Cigar end is a minor disease and specific control measures are not warranted.
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