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Agronomy
Jonathan Willow, Ana I. I. Silva, Clauvis Nji Tizi Taning, Guy Smagghe, Eve Veromann
Summary: Due to the growth of the medical Cannabis industry, this article discusses recent advancements in RNA interference (RNAi)-based crop protection research and development that can be applied to medical Cannabis cultivation. The increasing pest pressure in both indoor and outdoor Cannabis production systems, along with the need for effective nonchemical pest control methods for medical purposes, is considered. The development of RNAi strategies for protecting medical Cannabis is believed to play a significant role in maximizing success in this expanding industry. However, there are still knowledge gaps concerning the biosafety of RNA pesticides from a human toxicological perspective, given the medical context of Cannabis product use. Furthermore, further research is required to optimize Cannabis transformation and micropropagation, explore cutting-edge RNAi techniques for different Cannabis-pest scenarios, and investigate the combined application of RNAi and biological control methods in medical Cannabis cultivation.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Waraporn Pupakdeepan, Natthida Termsung, On-Uma Ruangwong, Kaewalin Kunasakdakul
Summary: This study aims to identify the species of endophytic Streptomyces CINv1 and evaluate its properties as a biocontrol agent, plant growth promoter, and plant colonizing endophyte. The CINv1 strain showed high resistance against the pathogen and was able to promote the growth of strawberry seedlings and reduce disease severity. Moreover, it established a mutualistic interaction with the plant cells and produced various secondary metabolites with potential pharmaceutical and agricultural uses.
Article
Plant Sciences
Juliana S. Baggio, Rafaela G. Ruschel, Joseph W. Noling, Natalia A. Peres
Summary: Macrophomina phaseolina, the causal agent of charcoal rot in strawberries, is difficult to manage and has become a serious problem for the industry. However, integrated approaches including physical, cultural, and chemical methods have been shown to reduce pathogen inoculum and disease occurrence significantly.
Article
Plant Sciences
Andre B. Gama, Leandro G. Cordova, Carolina S. Rebello, Natalia A. Peres
Summary: The study showed that the management model for strawberry AFR could be applied to blueberry AFR, and blueberry C. gloeosporioides isolates were sensitive to certain fungicides. Following the model's recommendations could reduce disease incidence to some extent and help decrease the use of fungicides.
Article
Plant Sciences
Tao Ji, Tito Caffi, Odile Carisse, Ming Li, Vittorio Rossi
Summary: The study developed a mechanistic model based on systems analysis to predict grapevine anthracnose occurrence and disease progress accurately. Despite missing some real infection periods, the model showed high accuracy in predicting infection occurrence and disease progress, indicating its reliability for cost-effective anthracnose management.
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Microbiology
Ram Dutta, K. Jayalakshmi, Sharath M. Nadig, Dalasanuru Chandregowda Manjunathagowda, Vishal S. Gurav, Major Singh
Summary: Onions are a valuable vegetable-spice crop in India but are susceptible to diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes. Anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum spp., is a major issue as it severely affects bulb production. Twister disease is a common problem in onion production, particularly in humid regions, reducing productivity and value. This review provides updated knowledge on onion anthracnose, including the pathogen, disease cycle, infection pathways, and management techniques to benefit growers.
Article
Spectroscopy
Soogeun Kim, Sang-Hyun Hong, Joon Heon Kim, Myoung-Kyu Oh, Tae Joong Eom, Yang Ho Park, Gil Ho Shin, Sang-Youp Yim
Summary: We developed a method using portable Raman system and multivariate statistical analysis algorithms for early on-site detection of strawberry anthracnose. By using molecular markers based on Raman spectra, the proposed method can detect anthracnose in strawberry stems 3 days after exposure to Colletotrichum gloeosporioides. The acquisition time with the fiber-optic probe was 10 s.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Martina Jokel, Joao Salazar, Erik Chovancek, Sema Sirin, Yagut Allahverdiyeva
Summary: Current agricultural production relies heavily on synthetic pesticides, which can have negative consequences for humans and the environment. To ensure food security for the growing global population, it is necessary to develop more sustainable alternatives. Microalgae offer a diverse range of antimicrobial compounds and are considered a promising source of novel biopesticides.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Peter Silburn, Scott DeBates, Tucker Tomlinson, Jeremy Schwark, Gregory Creek, Hiren Patel, Asish Punnoose, Binith Cheeran, Erika Ross, Douglas Lautner, Yagna J. Pathak
Summary: This article presents the steps and results of developing a remote care platform through the biodesign process. By conducting market research and collecting patient needs, they successfully developed an integrated wireless remote programming platform for neuromodulation devices to meet the needs of patients in reducing symptoms. Through pilot studies and market release testing, the remote care platform demonstrated good safety and usability.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chao Liu, Yifei Cao, Ejiao Wu, Risheng Yang, Huanliang Xu, Yushan Qiao
Summary: In this study, a classification and distinguishing model was established based on spectral and textural characteristics of disease-free zone to detect and distinguish Colletotrichum gloeosporioides in indoor strawberry plants, providing a technical foundation for the early, non-destructive detection of strawberry anthracnose.
Article
Plant Sciences
Yunqing Jian, Ying Li, Guiting Tang, Xiaojuan Zheng, Muhammad Ibrahim Khaskheli, Guoshu Gong
Summary: The study identified three distinct species of Colletotrichum causing strawberry anthracnose in Sichuan Province, with C. fructicola being the most common and dominant. Pathogenicity tests revealed that C. siamense displayed strong virulence towards strawberries compared to C. gloeosporioides and C. fructicola.
Article
Agronomy
Scott D. Cosseboom, Anita Schoeneberg, John D. Lea-Cox, Jayesh Samtani, Charles S. Johnson, Mengjun Hu
Summary: During the trials conducted in Maryland and Virginia, USA, researchers compared the effectiveness of different sensor placements in predicting and controlling anthracnose fruit rot and Botrytis fruit rot infections in strawberry beds. They found that canopy level sensors provided more accurate and higher risk predictions compared to elevated sensors. Fungicide spray programmes based on canopy sensor data resulted in better control of Botrytis fruit rot. The study highlights the importance of considering sensor placement when developing disease warning spray programmes.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Diego Romano Perinelli, Roman Pavela, Giulia Bonacucina, Cecilia Baldassarri, Eleonora Spinozzi, Jacopo Torresi, Riccardo Petrelli, Mohammad Reza Morshedloo, Filippo Maggi, Giovanni Benelli, Angelo Canale
Summary: The study demonstrates that the essential oils (EOs) and nanoemulsions (NEs) of Bunium persicum and Ziziphora clinopodioides show significant insecticidal activity against Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes, with the NEs exhibiting better efficacy than the EOs for Bunium persicum.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Shan Zhong, Jianqiang Miao, Xili Liu, Guozhen Zhang
Summary: The study identified Colletotrichum fructicola, Colletotrichum siamense, and Colletotrichum nymphaeae as the main pathogens causing strawberry anthracnose, with varying aggressiveness towards different parts of the plant. Sensitivity tests to carbendazim showed different levels of resistance among the isolates of the three species.
Review
Plant Sciences
Baker D. Aljawasim, Jayesh B. Samtani, Mahfuzur Rahman
Summary: Anthracnose diseases caused by Colletotrichum spp. have a significant impact on the global production of strawberries. This review examines conventional and emerging approaches for detecting anthracnose disease early on, with a focus on remote sensing techniques such as unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with multispectral sensors. It also discusses the taxonomy, life cycle, and epidemiology of the acutatum species complex, and highlights management techniques and challenges for organic strawberry systems.
