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Diseases

Blossom-end rot

Blossom-end rot is a physiological metabolic disorder caused by a local calcium deficiency in fruit tissues. It manifests as sunken dark spots at the blossom end of the fruit under conditions of water or temperature stress.

Mentioned in descriptions 922 varieties reference book.

Blossom-end rot is a non-infectious physiological disorder caused by impaired calcium transport to the fruits. A watery spot forms at the apex of the developing fruit, which eventually darkens, becomes sunken, and turns dark brown or black with a dry surface.

The development of the disease depends on environmental conditions, including water and temperature stress, as well as nutrient imbalances in the soil. Risk factors include sudden fluctuations in moisture, high air temperatures, excessive nitrogen or calcium antagonist levels, and increased soil acidity.

Genetic resistance of a variety is determined by the plant's ability to effectively distribute calcium and the structural stability of the fruit cell walls. Varieties with elongated fruit shapes, large-fruited types, and pink-fruited forms are the most susceptible to the pathology due to anatomical features and thinner skin.

Resistance assessment in variety trials is conducted through phytopathological monitoring, taking into account the percentage of affected plants and the intensity of necrosis. To differentiate genetic resistance from the influence of agrotechnical factors, trials require standardized growing conditions.

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Breakdown by crop

Found in these crops

Varieties that feature this in their description

Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Maxifort

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

UA
6 records

Kardia

Active

hybrids between Solanum lycopersicum L. and S. habrochaites S. Knapp & D.M. Spooner

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
7 records

Dakar

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

ZERAIM GEDERA

ES
4 records

Camier

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

DON JOSE

Protection expired

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Tezier SA (FR)

FR HR
3 records

Aurora Vine

Application submitted

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Harmoniz

ES
3 records

Marmande

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

BG CZ ES HR SI
6 records

Madano

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Crop Protection AG

NL UA
5 records

Stupice

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

keine Angabe

AT FR
3 records

Topgirl

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

SPAETH HANS| Erbe/Erbengemeinschaft Dr. Hans Rolf Spaeth

CZ DE
4 records

Samori

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

ESASEM S.p.A

HU UA
4 records

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Kerteszeti Kutato intezet Budateleny (HU)

HR SI
4 records

Romindo

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL UA
3 records

Mr Green

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

TSI Italia S.R.L.

HU NL
5 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds

BG NL
3 records

Magnesor

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Crop Protection AG

NL UA
4 records

Lira

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Tovarystvo z obmezhenoiu vidpovidalnistiu "SPARK SIDZ"

ES UA
5 records

Mara

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HEBREW UNIVERSITY

ES GR
3 records

Kornati

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Enza Zaden Bikhir B.V.

NL UA
5 records

Kantatta

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.

NL UA
3 records

Barlem

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Syngenta Crop Protection AG

NL UA
5 records

Beorange

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

BEN VAN DEN BOSCH

NL UA
4 records

Romatico

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
5 records