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Ditylenchus destructor is a plant pathogenic nematode commonly known as the potato rot nematode. Other common names include the iris nematode, the potato tuber eelworm and the potato tuber nematode. It is an endoparasitic, migratory nematode commonly found in areas such as the United States, Europe, central Asia and Southern Africa.
The abdomen is brownish black, the wing covers reddish brown tinged with yellow, and the antennae and legs are pale reddish brown. The pronotum and wing covers are covered in dense, short greyish hairs. The larva is known as a wireworm and lives in the soil. It is yellow, slender, stiff and leathery, and grows to a length of about 20 mm (0.8 in).
Potato latent virus: genus Carlavirus, Potato latent virus (PLV) Potato leafroll virus: genus Luteovirus, Potato leafroll virus (PLRV) Potato mop-top virus (spraing of tubers) genus Furovirus, Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) Potato rugose mosaic: genus Potyvirus, Potato virus Y (PVY, strains O, N and C) Potato stem mottle (spraing of tubers) genus ...
Fusarium dry rot of potato is a devastating post-harvest losses (vegetables) disease affecting both seed potatoes and potatoes for human consumption. [3] Dry rot causes the skin of the tuber to wrinkle. The rotted areas of the potato may be brown, grey, or black and the rot creates depressions in the surface of the tuber.
The “leave your leaves” movement is all about putting those rakes and blowers away and letting nature do what nature does. Give the rake a break: Experts say leaving your leaves has more ...
Blackleg of Potato complete plant wilt in field. These plants can sometimes be lost in the canopy. Blackleg is a plant disease of potato caused by pectolytic bacteria that can result in stunting, wilting, chlorosis of leaves, necrosis of several tissues, a decline in yield, and at times the death of the potato plant.
The humble potato is an American favorite, topping the charts as the most consumed vegetable in the U.S. From baked potatoes to potato salad, spuds are featured in so many delicious recipes but ...
Sweet Potato Nutrition Facts. Before we get into the benefits, here’s a run-down of the nutrients that are in one sweet potato, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Calories: 112 ...