Crop Disease Symptom Identification Checklist

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Visual Symptoms - Leaves

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Assess leaf appearance for common disease indicators.

Leaf Coloration

Leaf Spot Type

Spot Description (Size, Color, Texture)

Number of Affected Leaves

Leaf Lesion Type

Leaf Curl/Distortion

Leaf Image(s)

Leaf Pattern

Visual Symptoms - Stems & Branches

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Examine stems and branches for discoloration, lesions, or unusual growths.

Stem Discoloration?

Presence of Lesions/Cankers?

Describe the appearance of lesions (if present)

Number of stems/branches affected (estimate)

Presence of Galls/Swollen Areas?

If galls present, approximate diameter (cm)

Presence of Crystalline Deposits?

Describe any unusual growths or structures observed on stems/branches

Visual Symptoms - Fruits/Seeds/Pods

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Check fruits, seeds, and pods for spots, rot, or deformities.

Presence of Spots/Lesions?

Spot/Lesion Color(s)?

Describe Spot/Lesion Characteristics (texture, size, shape)

Approximate Percentage of Fruit/Seed/Pod Affected

Fruit/Seed/Pod Deformity?

Describe Fruit/Seed/Pod Deformity (if present)

Upload Photo of Affected Fruit/Seed/Pod

Presence of Mold/Fungal Growth?

Plant Growth & Vigor

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Evaluate overall plant health, including stunted growth, wilting, and yellowing.

Overall Growth Rate Compared to Healthy Plants?

Plant Height (cm)

Describe any visible stunting or deformation.

Leaf Color - Any Discoloration?

Wilting Observed?

Describe the overall appearance of the plant's vigor.

Environmental Factors

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Consider relevant environmental conditions that might contribute to disease development (humidity, temperature, rainfall).

Average Daily Temperature (Celsius)

Relative Humidity (%)

Date of Last Significant Rainfall

Rainfall Amount (mm) during Last Significant Rainfall

Recent Weather Patterns

Any Unusual or Extreme Weather Events?

Soil Moisture Level

Soil Examination (if applicable)

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Check the soil for signs of disease, such as discoloration or unusual texture. (Requires specialized knowledge/equipment)

Soil pH (approximate)

Soil Moisture Level (scale of 1-10)

Soil Texture (estimated)

Describe any unusual color or smell observed in the soil.

Upload Photo of Soil

Possible Soilborne Pathogens (Suspected)

Presence of standing water (yes/no)

History & Background

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Review the field history - previous crops, fertilization, pesticide use.

Previous Crop(s) Grown in this Field (Last 2-3 Years)

If 'Other' selected above, please specify previous crop(s):

Typical Crop Rotation Practices:

Number of Years Field has been in Agricultural Use:

Last Pesticide Application Date (if any):

Details of Last Pesticide Application (Product name, concentration, application method):

Soil Type (General Assessment)

Any Previous Disease Outbreaks Observed in this Field?

If 'Other' was selected for previous disease outbreak, please specify:

Comparative Analysis (with Healthy Plants)

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Compare affected plants to healthy plants in the same area to highlight differences.

Are there visibly healthier plants nearby?

Describe the key differences observed between affected and healthy plants. Be specific about symptoms.

Estimate the percentage of plants exhibiting symptoms within the observed area.

Which of the following symptoms are more pronounced in the affected plants compared to the healthy ones?

Note any unusual patterns observed in symptom distribution (e.g., localized, random).

Is the severity of symptoms similar across all observed affected plants?

Further Investigation & Diagnostics

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Note the need for laboratory testing or expert consultation for definitive identification.

Suspected Disease Category (e.g., Fungal, Bacterial, Viral)

Detailed Description of Symptoms

Attach Photos of Affected Plant (Multiple)

Sample Collection Method (if applicable)

Notes on Sample Storage (e.g., Refrigerated, Dried)

Temperature of Sample Upon Collection (°C)

Date of Sample Collection

Contact Information of Diagnostic Lab (if applicable)

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