Combating Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Potato with Litchi Tomato
PAPAS is studying litchi tomato (Solanum sisymbriifolium) for the plant’s genetic immunity to several potato nematode species.
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Success in Developing Nematode Resistant Potatoes
Targeted efforts in potato breeding programs can increase nematode resistance over time.
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Breeding Potatoes for Columbia Root-Knot Nematode Resistance
Research into breeding resistance to Columbia root-knot nematode into commercial potato varieties.
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Potato Nematode Decision Support with AI
PAPAS is developing computational tools with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to support potato nematode detection, mitigation, and management.
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Molecular Markers for Columbia Root-Knot Nematode Races
Developing molecular markers of Columbia root-knot nematode (M. Chitwoodi) aids in faster identification of the potato nematode races.
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Golden Nematode Impact on Potato
Cysts from golden nematode, a yield-reducing potato pest, can survive in the soil for decades, making eradication difficult.
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Evaluating Economic Impact of Potato Nematodes
Research addressing the potential profitability of nematode resistant potato varieties.
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Breeding for Potato Cyst Nematode Resistance in Russet Market Class
Developing potato cyst nematode resistance in widely-grown russet market class potato varieties.
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Molecular Markers for Conventional Potato Breeding
Researching molecular markers that identify different potato genes associated with nematode resistance.
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Litchi tomato for Control of Potato Nematodes
Investigating the chemical composition of litchi tomato for potential nematicide formulations.
