RE: Mosaic Virus....

Mosaic Virus doesn't originate in soil. It is vectored by insects that are
finding the causal virulent pathogen in an alternate host growing nearby. A
perennial weed or other plant of some sort is the most likely source. If you
can identify the source & it is in a place where it can be removed, this
might offer your plants the best relief. Good weed & insect control
(especially Aphids & Cucumber beetles) in & around your own patch might do
the most for you.

http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/3000/3109.html

I have personally seen Virus prone patches turn virus free without the use
of soil sterilants & believe the cause was weed eradication & crop
alteration nearby. 

Or also see some of the links from our website.

Best wishes with it.   -Steve


CT GS&PGA
Stephen Jepsen
823 Nichols Ave.
Stratford, CT 06614-3930
Office 203-378-0191
Fax     203-378-7087
Mobile 914-260-7176
www.ctpumpkin.com

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