Researcher, agr., M.Sc.
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The main aim of this project is to test a bacterial detection technique developed in Austria that consists of quantifying inoculum carried by bees.
The objective is to estimate our ability to predict fire blight based on bacterial populations on bees. The project also involves testing the efficacy of post-infection bactericides and evaluating blossom thinning as a method of controlling fire blight.
From 2017 to 2020
Project duration
Fruit production
Activity areas
Pest, weed, and disease control
Service
This project will help apple growers control fire blight.
Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec
Development of a mating disruption method to control two cranberry pests.
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Validation and adaptation of pest and disease monitoring and decision support tools.
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