Sour rot (Geotrichum candidum)

Symptoms

• Soft, watery, colourless decay on carrot roots
• Decayed areas are covered with dull, white spores of the pathogen and a vinegar-like odour may develop

Management

• Good field drainage
• Minimizing wounding of carrots
• Good sanitation (use of new or disinfected storage containers)
• Precooling and storing carrots at O^oC is essential