cobs of maize showing signs of fungus (IMAGE) University of Göttingen Caption Researchers at the University of Göttingen have discovered that the spores of the fungus Trichoderma, which is contained in some organic plant protection products, can cause severe cob rot in maize (corn). Credit A Pfordt, University of Göttingen Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.