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Pests & Diseases

Common Tomato Leaf Problems

Compare yellowing, spots, curling, wilting, and pest signs before deciding what to do.

5 min lessonBetter PracticeFree costBest for: tomato growersUpdated 9 Jul 2026

Do this first

Start with these checks

Leaf position matters.
Spots after rain may need close checking.
Photos can reduce guessing.

Action Steps

Do it in order

1

Note whether symptoms are yellowing, spots, curling, wilting, or holes

2

Check if the problem starts from bottom leaves or new growth

What you need or check

  • Check lower leaves, upper leaves, underside of leaves, soil moisture, recent rain, and nearby plants

How to do it

  1. Note whether symptoms are yellowing, spots, curling, wilting, or holes.
  2. Check if the problem starts from bottom leaves or new growth.

Common mistake

Do not call every tomato leaf problem blight. Do not spray without checking weather and visible signs.

Done when

Check five affected plants and five healthy plants before acting.

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Need a next step?

Ask with the symptom, leaf position, recent rain, and a clear photo if available.

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Why this matters

Compare yellowing, spots, curling, wilting, and pest signs before deciding what to do.

Extra tip

Use this skill to improve soil care, crop checks, harvest handling, and everyday farm decisions.