Southern corn rust found in South Carolina

Southern corn rust has been found in South Carolina and growers are advised to spray fungicides to protect yields.  An Extension Service specialist says the rust was found Monday just south of Jackson above the Savannah River.  Southern corn rust is caused by a fungus, and wind carries rust spores from field to field.  Dave Gunter, grain specialist, said he believes the fungus, which just infects corn, will spread.  He advises growers to spray their fields to reduce spread of the disease.