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Aim: To examine whether the GB population of P. infestans had changed since the mid 1990s and if the A2 mating type had increased in frequency.European populations of the late-blight pathogen,...
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Aim: To carry out an independent evaluation of blight fungicides and new active substances, in terms of the benefits of early season applications and efficacy of productsIn 2003, the British Potato...
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Aim: To provide independent data of varieties on resistance to black dot, black scurf, silver scurf, skin spot and foliar blight (preceded by Project 807/231)The modified programme began in ...
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Aim: To further develop a computer based model for the integrated control of the white potato cyst nematode (Globodera pallida) by providing extensive variety tolerance data.A former Potato Council-...
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Aim: To provide independent information of varieties on pest and disease resistance; as well as growth and yield, husbandry requirements and physical characteristics such as dry matter, fry colour,...
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Aim: To evaluate drip irrigation as a novel delivery system of nematicides, for the improved targeting and control of nematode pests in potatoesThe combination of the extended hatching pattern of the...
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Aim: To provide information which would allow DNA-based diagnostic tests to be used for disease risk assessment. The project involved collaboration between researchers at FERA (formerly CSL),...
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Aim: To determine the effects of late-season water management on bruise susceptibility and skinset.Industry ChallengePrevious observations of late season water management have shown that short term...
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Aim: To increase the understanding of the relationship between bruise susceptibility, tuber cell wall properties and tuber mechanical properties.Industry ChallengeBruising of potato tubers represents...
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Aim: To understand the agronomic, physiological and biochemical factors which influence skin adhesion, skin strength the speed of skin set, and problems associated with poor skin quality, primarily...
