Detection of Leptosphaeria maculans and Leptosphaeria biglobosa Causing Blackleg Disease in Canola from Canadian Canola Seed Lots and Dockage

Blackleg, caused by Leptosphaeria maculans, is a major threat to canola production in Canada. With the exception of China, L. maculans is present in areas around the world where cruciferous crops are grown. The pathogen can cause trade barriers in international canola seed export due to its potentia...

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Main Authors: W. G. Dilantha Fernando, Xuehua Zhang, Chami C. Amarasinghe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-03-01
Series:Plants
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/5/1/12