Stalk borers provide an entrance for fungi and bacteria - Claflin, Larry (My University, 1979)
Stalk borers provide an ideal portal of entry for fungi and bacteria to enter a plant.
Host/Plant: Corn (Zea mays)
Pest/Path: Stalk Rots (Numerous causes)
Keywords: Fungal Diseases; Maize; Stalk Rots; Color photographs