Scientists are worried about a new variety of phomosis in UK
Canola Seed & Rapeseed
Vegetables
United Kingdom
Published Dec 20, 2021
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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 ...
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