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Can you eat green beans w... #279993

Asked September 22, 2015, 5:04 PM EDT

Can you eat green beans with rust on them?

Stearns County Minnesota

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You should avoid eating beans with rust. Rust is caused by a fungus and as the disease progresses, wounds deepen into the bean thus creating an opening for other pathogens to enter. The beans in your photo should be discarded.

An Ask Extension Expert Replied September 22, 2015, 11:06 PM EDT

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Can you eat green beans w... #279993

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