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Evaluation of electrolyzed water to control fungal trunk pathogens in grapevine nurseries

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Scientists tested a new disinfection treatment called electrolyzed water on grapevine nursery plants to prevent fungal infections. The treatment uses a simple process of mixing water, salt, and electricity to create a natural disinfectant. Tests showed the treatment effectively reduced fungal infections in young grapevines without harming the plants, offering grape growers a promising new way to protect their nursery stock.

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Evaluation of electrolyzed water to control fungal trunk pathogens in grapevine nurseries

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Growers struggle with fungal diseases that infect grapevine nurseries, reducing the quality of planting material. Researchers tested electrolyzed water—a solution made from salt and water using electricity—as a sustainable treatment for infected grapevine cuttings. Laboratory tests showed the treatment effectively killed fungal spores and reduced fungal growth. Field trials at a commercial nursery confirmed that treating cuttings with electrolyzed water reduced certain grapevine diseases without harming plant growth.

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High-Resolution Melting assays development for discrimination of fungal pathogens causing Grapevine Trunk Diseases

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Grapevine Trunk Diseases cause major losses in vineyards worldwide but are difficult to diagnose early because symptoms may not appear for years. This study developed fast and affordable DNA-based tests called HRM assays that can identify ten different disease-causing fungi in grapevines. These tests work by analyzing DNA melting patterns and can even detect infections before symptoms appear, helping vineyard managers make better decisions about plant treatment and removal.

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A Novel Phaeoacremonium Species Isolated from Galls on the Chinese Magnolia-Vine (Schisandra chinensis) in Korea

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Researchers in Korea discovered a new fungal species living inside galls (abnormal growths) on Chinese magnolia-vine plants. The fungus, named Phaeoacremonium schisandrae, was found inside larvae of gall-midges using genetic testing and microscopy. This discovery brings the total number of known Phaeoacremonium species to 73 and marks the first time this fungus has been found associated with gall-midge insects, expanding our understanding of fungal diversity in Korea.

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High-Resolution Melting assays development for discrimination of fungal pathogens causing Grapevine Trunk Diseases

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Researchers developed quick and affordable DNA tests to identify fungal diseases in grapevines before they show visible symptoms. Using a technique called High-Resolution Melting, the tests can detect ten different disease-causing fungi that damage grape plants. These early detection tools help vineyard owners treat infected plants faster and save money on crop losses.

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