Pepino mosaic on tomato
The most common viral disease of tomatoes in greenhouses in Poland. The virus is easily transmitted mechanically on hands, clothing and tools.
Symptom photos
Symptoms
- Small yellow spots on leaves
- Slight deformations of plant tops
- Mosaic on young leaves
- Uneven fruit coloring
What it does to the crop
- Mosaics on young plants
- Uneven fruit coloring
- In case of necrotic isolates - plant die-back
- Necrosis and fruit cracking with yellow isolates
What encourages it
- Mechanical transmission during care work
- Repeated use of growing mats
- Spreading by pollinating bumblebees
Prevention
- Compliance with phytosanitary rules
- Disinfection of hands and tools
- Removal and burning of infected plants
- Replacement or disinfection of growing mats
⚠️ Before you reach for a spray
This atlas is informational and still growing — different diseases can look almost identical. Confirm the diagnosis and read the product label before applying any plant protection product. If you are unsure, ask your local extension or advisory service.
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