Identifying the causes of strawberry decline disease with a view to developing an integrated control strategy
Richard Hogue
Researcher
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Description
This project involved an exhaustive survey of viruses, phytoplasma, fungi, and nematodes in nurseries and strawberry fields to determine the exact causes of strawberry decline disease in Québec. Information on cropping systems and control methods used by strawberry plant and fruit producers was compiled in a database. The project also provided fast and effective diagnostic services.
Objective(s)
- Determine the causes of strawberry decline disease
- Draw up an inventory of cropping practices used by strawberry plant and fruit producers in Québec
- Identify the main causes of the disease
- Provide diagnostic services to help producers quickly identify the causes of the disease
From 2014 to 2017
Project duration
Market gardening
Activity areas
Pest, weed, and disease control, Laboratory analyzes
Services
This project will provide new diagnostic services to help growers quickly identify the cause of strawberry decline disease.
Partner
Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation
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