Cracking of Solanaceous Crops
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Cracking generally appears near the stem scar and is the result of rapid fruit growth, usually brought on by periods of drought followed by heavy rains or irrigation events. Concentric cracking can often occur when standing water sits on the shoulders of fruit. There are large varietal differences in susceptibility to cracking. Cracking can be greatly reduced by choosing resistant varieties and managing irrigation.
Cracking on tomato.
(Photo: UK Vegetable IPM Team)
