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Controlling Weeds, Pests and Diseases

Photograph of a potato plant infected with late blight
Novel and sustainable strategies are needed to manage or counter these threats

Weeds, pests and diseases cause major reductions in crop yields if uncontrolled; climate change and increased global trade have increased the risks of introducing new pathogens which may also destroy native species, drastically changing landscapes. Novel and sustainable strategies are needed to manage or counter these threats. We will use an increased understanding of pathogen genomics, comparative genomics and epidemiology to develop strategies for sustainable control of damaging pests and diseases.

Controlling Weeds, Pests and Diseases Theme Leader: Ian Toth

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