Succinate dehydrogenase inhibitors (SDHIs) are a class of fungicides widely used to control many fungal diseases of crops. The relationship between SDHIs and fungi can be compared to finding the right key for the right lock. ...
Biotechnology
Jul 7, 2021
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The agricultural industry relies heavily on chemical fungicides to protect crops. Many of these products have a detrimental effect on human and animal health. As a result, some of the most effective fungicides are considered ...
Biochemistry
Nov 16, 2020
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A plant pathologist at Cornell University, Sarah J. Pethybridge supplies New York vegetable growers with the information they need to control soilborne diseases and adopt effective management strategies. She crafts her research ...
Biotechnology
Jul 22, 2020
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Fusarium wilt is one of the most economically important diseases of watermelon and a major problem to growers worldwide. In the past, watermelon growers based in the Southeastern United States were able to use methyl bromide ...
Biotechnology
May 14, 2020
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Scientists at the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) have found that pollution by fungicides can have unforeseen but far-reaching consequences for the functioning of aquatic systems.
Environment
Sep 17, 2019
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Dollar spot—the most common, troublesome and damaging turfgrass disease plaguing golf courses—is becoming increasingly resistant to fungicides applied to manage it, according to Penn State researchers.
Ecology
Oct 24, 2018
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One of the problems caused by the intensive use of pesticides is their effect on organisms other than those they are designed to combat—the most notorious example of which is the global mortality of honeybees.
Ecology
Jun 7, 2018
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Fungicides commonly used in almond orchards can be harmful to almond growers' primary pollinator: honey bees.
Ecology
Mar 21, 2017
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Three types of potatoes genetically engineered to resist the pathogen that caused the Irish potato famine are safe for the environment and safe to eat, federal officials have announced.
Biotechnology
Feb 28, 2017
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Organic and specialty crop growers are trying to make a living off the rising consumer interest in locally grown and organic foods.
Ecology
Sep 6, 2014
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