Tag: Botrytis cinerea

Indoor Strawberries: Top 3 Plant Pathogens to Watch For

Indoor Strawberries: Top 3 Plant Pathogens to Watch For While controlled environments offer many advantages for indoor strawberries, they also create the perfect conditions for certain plant pathogens to thrive. In 2024, agricultural experts are drawing attention to three major pathogens impacting strawberry crops: Botrytis cinerea (Gray Mold), Neopestalotiopsis spp., and Phytophthora spp. To help […]
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Pathogen Mini for Food Safety Assurance and Beyond

Pathogen Mini for Food Safety Assurance and Beyond According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, foodborne illness affects an estimated 4 million Canadians yearly [1]. This is equivalent to approximately 1 in 8 Canadians becoming ill due to foodborne pathogens. Common foodborne pathogens in Canada include Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and Campylobacter [1]. At […]
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