Colonization and survival of Phoma macrostoma, a weed biocontrol fungus
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2003-02-18
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Zhou, L.
Bailey, K.L.
Derby, J.
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Canada thistle, dandelion, chickweed, and scentless chamomile are common broadleaf weed pests of economic importance in western Canada. The fungus Phoma macrostoma demonstrates bioherbicidal activity and is being developed for control of these weed pests. However, little is known about the fate of the fungus in soil and plants. The aim of this research was to monitor the colonization of plant tissues by the fungus, and its movement and persistence in soil environments using a molecular detection method.
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Soils and Crops Workshop