Scientists are worried about a new variety of phomosis in UK

게시됨 2021년 12월 19일

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A new strain of the Plenodomus biglobosus fungus, causative agent of plant phomosis, has been identified in the UK, infecting wasabi plants and posing a threat to rapeseed and vegetable crops. First identified last autumn, this variant has not been observed to affect vegetables before. DNA analysis confirmed its presence, and further research indicated that it can infect rapeseed and cabbage. The fungus has spread to two locations in the UK and has been reported in countries including Australia, Canada, China, Mexico, and the US. Further monitoring is needed to understand the fungus's distribution and impact on various crops.

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A new species of the fungus Plenodomus biglobosus is spreading in the UK, causing plant phomosis. It can become a serious threat to rapeseed and vegetable crops. The new variant of phomosis has been registered in Europe for the first time, Agropages.com reports. The Bulgarian selection is increasing with 8 new maize hybrids The Plenodomus biglobosus variant was spotted last autumn in wasabi plants. This is the first time the disease has affected vegetables. DNA analysis of cultures taken from infected plants confirmed the presence of the pathogen, said Dr. Kevin King. Subsequent research in greenhouses has shown that there are two variants that provoke disease not only of wasabi, but also of rapeseed and cabbage. Famousness is currently rampant in Australia, Canada, China, Mexico and the United States. It is worrying that the dangerous strain has been found in two places in the UK, the scientist added. Experts have found that varieties of the fungus such as brassicae and ...

출처: Agri