Description
In May of 2015, flag smut was detected in multiple counties within central and western Kansas. Preliminary survey results indicated the disease was present in many areas of the state, but was more common in the arid, wheatproducing counties of western Kansas. The disease is a concern because some countries have import restrictions on grain produced in areas where flag smut is known to occur.
Pest image (all)

Scientific Name
Urocystis tritici
Pest photo source
Dr. Erick DeWolf, KSU, Plant Pathology
Production period
Preharvest
Management guide
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