Tag: Pepino Mosaic Virus

Double the Trouble: Understanding ToBRFV and PepMV Co-infection in Tomato Crops

Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) Co-infection Introduction Tomato growers face numerous challenges, from environmental conditions to pests, but invisible threats, such as viruses, can be particularly devastating. Among these, the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) stand out for the high risk of lowering […]
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Pathogen Profile: Pepino Mosaic Virus

Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) Introduction Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is a highly infectious pathogen that primarily affects solanaceous plants, including tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants [1][2][3]. It was first detected on pepino plants in Peru in 1974 and has since spread to several countries, causing significant problems in the cultivation of greenhouse tomatoes [1][3]. The virus […]
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