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  1. 6. Exploring the diversity and distribution of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum in oilseed rape through molecular techniques

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Lamiya Tabussum; [2023]
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    Abstract : Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, a fungus with a broad host range, causes plant diseases, while its closely related counterpart, Sclerotinia subarctica, has a more limited host range and prefers colder environments. Sclerotinia stem rot is a disease caused by the fungus, leading to economic losses for farmers. READ MORE

  3. 7. Detection of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum in oilseed rape using Oxford Nanopore sequencing and qPCR

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Ana Guadalupe Herrera Hernandez; [2023]
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    Abstract : Sclerotinia sclerotiorum is a notorious phytopathogenic fungus and is the causal agent of the disease Sclerotinia stem rot (SSR) of rapeseed (Brassica napus). SSR is one of the main diseases affecting the yield and oil quality of rapeseed crops worldwide. READ MORE

  4. 8. Molecular detection of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum from petals of oilseed rape by Nanopore sequencing using MinIon

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Sohunda Abela; [2023]
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    Abstract : Sclerotinia sclerotiorum is a plant pathogenic fungus that causes Sclerotinia stem rot in oilseed rape. In Sweden, the disease causes severe crop loss that varies by year. READ MORE

  5. 9. A Novel Approach for Rice Plant Disease Detection, classification and localization using Deep Learning Techniques

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Surya S V A S Sudheer Vadrevu; [2023]
    Keywords : Machine Learning; Image Processing; Disease Diagnosis; robustnessand reliability; SegFormer; Mask RCNN; YOLO v8;

    Abstract : Background. This Thesis addresses the critical issue of disease management in ricecrops, a key factor in ensuring both food security and the livelihoods of farmers. Objectives. READ MORE

  6. 10. A look into stem rust resistance breeding

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Plant Breeding (from 130101)

    Author : Lucas Sydh Sjögren; [2023]
    Keywords : Stem rust; Black rust; Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici; Plant breeding; Ug99; TKTTF; Plant resistance; Social challenges; Political challenges; Practical challenges;

    Abstract : Wheat is one of the largest food commodities globally, but the cultivation of wheat faces many challenges. Among these is the stem rust disease, which historically has caused mass starvation and misery. This thesis explores the stem rust disease in wheat, and the plant breeding for the potential of resistance to stem rust in the future. READ MORE