Gray mold is the most common fungus affecting strawberry fruit. It occurs when weather is wet during flowering. Infection occurs primarily through flower petals, then into the fruit.

Sporulation occurs after the fruit softens.

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This is a part of The Berry Diagnostic Tool - a companion to the NRAES Production Guides for Strawberries, Raspberries and Blueberries