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ripe rot

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noun

Plant Pathology.

  1. a disease of fruit or vegetable storage organs at the ripening stage, caused by any of several fungi or bacteria and characterized by spotting and rapid decay.

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This wild grape is known for its naturally high sugar content, low acidity, and resistance to fruit cracking, as well as its tolerance to diseases such as black rot and ripe rot.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 3, 2025

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