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Project

Systemic approach for the control of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lactucae in leafy vegetables

Outputs and Outcomes

Code

01CD18124

Duration

01 March 2025 → 30 June 2025

Funding

Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund

Promotor

Monica Höfte

Fellow

Hanna Mestdagh

Research disciplines

Natural sciences
- Phytopathology

Keywords

butterhead lettuce whole genome sequencing integrated pest management Fusarium wilt real-time PCR pathogen evolution

Project description

This project investigates Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lactucae, a pathogen that causes wilting on lettuce crops. The research focuses on control measures, the introduction and spread of the pathogen, alternative crops, and molecular diagnostics. Additionally, the current diversity of Belgian isolates is studied through plant trials and molecular techniques.

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