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This work provides information on the detection, identification,
and differentiation of all microbial plant pathogens - presenting
modern protocols for rapid diagnosis of diseases based on
biological, physical, chemical and molecular properties. It
contains methods for the selection of disease-free seeds and
vegetatively propagated planting materials and quarantine
techniques for screening newly introduced plant materials.
Soil has a versatile role in supporting the development of a wide
range of organisms, including plants and microorganisms. Soilborne
pathogens and root diseases are the primary limiting factor in many
crops and tend to be very difficult to control. This first volume
of a two-volume set introduces disease-causing microorganisms
including oomycetes, fungi, bacteria, and viruses found in soils.
It focuses on the biology, detection, and identification of
soilborne bacterial, fungal, and viral plant pathogens. Volume two
provides information on ecology and epidemiology of soilborne
microbial plant pathogens and strategies applicable to manage
diseases. Chapters cover exclusion and prevention strategies;
improvement of host plant resistance; biological management;
application of chemicals; and integration of disease management
strategies.
Crop disease management strategies revolve around the principles of
exclusion, eradication and immunization. Cultural practices are
aimed at preventing or reducing the accumulation of pathogen
population (inoculum). Development of cultivars with genetic
resistance by transgressing resistance gene(s) through traditional
breeding procedures or biotechnological techniques is the most
effective and acceptable strategy, as it is environment-friendly
and does not need any additional cost to the grower. Assessment of
different grades of resistance of cultivars or genotypes to
soilborne microbial pathogens has been possible by quantifying
pathogen populations or their DNA contents in the test plants by
applying biological and molecular methods. This second volume of a
two-volume set focuses on the soilborne microbial plant pathogens
and the diseases caused by them. The book provides information on
ecology and epidemiology of soilborne microbial plant pathogens and
various strategies applicable for effective management of diseases.
Chapters cover exclusion and prevention strategies; improvement of
host plant resistance; biological management; application of
chemicals; and integration of these disease management strategies.
Features Discusses various aspects of soilborne microbial plant
pathogens to develop effective methods of managing diseases.
Presents information on epidemiology and ecology of soilborne
microbial plant pathogens. Facilitates the application of
management strategies alone or in combination with others for
effective suppression of disease development. Features information
on application of biotic and abiotic biological control agents
(BCAs) to suppress pathogen development either by directly acting
on the pathogen(s) or indirectly by enhancing host resistance to
the pathogens. Employs biotic and abiotic biocontrol agents either
to replace or reduce the use of chemicals is an achievable approach
for managing the soilborne microbial pathogens.
Soilborne microbial plant pathogens including oomycetes, fungi,
bacteria and viruses cause several economically important
destructive diseases and the symptoms of infection can be
recognized only after the pathogen has invaded many tissues
primarily vascular tissues of susceptible plants. This condition
places formidable challenges in investigating different aspects of
host-microbial pathogen interactions. Early detection of infection
and precise identification, differentiation, and quantification of
the microbial plant pathogens in plants, soil and water sources are
essential requirements for development of effective tactics to
reduce the incidence and spread of the diseases caused by them. As
the microbial plant pathogens differ in their virulence and
sensitivity to the environment and chemicals applied, it is
imperative to assess the extent of variability in the concerned
pathogens. This first volume of a two-volume set introduces
disease-causing microorganisms including oomycetes, fungi,
bacteria, and viruses found in soils. It focuses on the biology,
detection, and identification of soilborne bacterial, fungal, and
viral plant pathogens. This volume discusses various techniques
based on biological, immunological and genetic properties of the
pathogens indicating their advantages and limitations for selecting
the appropriate technique to fulfill the requirements. Features:
Presents techniques useful for detection, identification,
quantification of microbial plant pathogens in plants, soil, and
irrigation water from waterbodies. Highlights subversive activities
of viruses, resulting in the breakdown of host defense systems.
Discusses RNA silencing in infected plants by viruses and
posttranscriptional gene silencing (PTGS) functioning as an
endogenous mechanism in plants against virus infection. Presents
information on methods of assessment of genetic variability and
sensitivity of microbial plant pathogens to chemicals and adverse
environmental conditions.
This work provides information on the detection, identification,
and differentiation of all microbial plant pathogens - presenting
modern protocols for rapid diagnosis of diseases based on
biological, physical, chemical and molecular properties. It
contains methods for the selection of disease-free seeds and
vegetatively propagated planting materials and quarantine
techniques for screening newly introduced plant materials.
Morphological, biological, biochemical and physiological
characteristics have been used for the detection, identification
and differentiation of fungal pathogens up to species level. Tests
based on biological characteristics are less consistent.
Immunoassays have been shown to be effective in detecting fungal
pathogens present in plants and environmental samples. Development
of monoclonal antibody technology has greatly enhanced the
sensitivity and specificity of detection, identification and
differentiation of fungal species and varieties/strains. Nucleic
acid-based techniques involving hybridization with or amplification
of unique DNA have provided results rapidly and reliably.
Presentation of a large number of protocols is a unique feature of
this volume.
Microbial plant pathogens causing qualitative and quantitative
losses in all corps are present not only in the infected plants,
but also in the environmental comprising of soil, water and air.
The vectors present in the environment spread the microbial
pathogens to short and/or long distances. Detection of microbial
pathogens rapidly and reliably by employing suitable sensitive
applicable for different ecosystems. The pathogens have to be
identified precisely and differentiated and quantified to plan
appropriate short- and long-term strategies to contain the
incidence and spread of diseases induced by them. This book aims to
present all relevant and latest information on the detection
techniques based on the biological, biochemical, immunological and
nucleic acid characteristics of microbial pathogens presents in the
host plants, as well as in the natural substrates that support the
survival and perpetuation of the pathogens.
The need for the development of techniques based on the
characteristics of the viral proteins and genomic nucleic acids was
realized in order to detect, identify, differentiate and quantify
viruses in the infected plants/planting materials with or without
symptoms of infection. Immunoassays have been successfully applied
for the detection of viruses in crop and weed host plant species as
well as in the vectors. Nucleic acid-based techniques have been
demonstrated to be the most reliable and sensitive tests for
detection, identification and differentiation of viruses and
viroids present in plants and planting materials.. Inclusion of
numerous protocols in appropriate chapters as appendix is a unique
feature of this volume.
Studies on the phenomenon of plant pathogenesis (disease
development) have been useful to have a deep insight into the
interactions between host plant and the pathogen. Depending on the
levels of susceptibility (compatibility) or resistance
(incompatibility) of the host plant and virulence of the pathogen,
disease development may progress, either leading to symptom
expression or result in the suppression of pathogen proliferation.
Molecular techniques have been applied to elucidate the nature of
interactions between the gene products of the plant and pathogen at
cellular and molecular levels. Successful evasion of host's
surveillance system and subsequent activities of metabolites of the
pathogen (enzymes and toxins) encoded by pathogen genes
counteracting the effects of various defense-related antimicrobial
compounds present already or produced by the host plants, after
initiation of infection have been critically studied by applying
various molecular techniques. In addition to studying various
phases of disease development in individual plants, molecular
methods have been demonstrated to be effective, in gathering data
on various aspects of epidemiology under natural conditions where
the interaction of pathogen with populations of plants is
influenced significantly by the environmental conditions existing
in different ecosystems. This volume focuses on the possibility of
applying the knowledge on pathogenesis and molecular epidemiology
to determine the vulnerable stages in the life cycles of the
pathogens that can be disrupted to achieve more effective disease
control.
The need for the development of techniques based on the
characteristics of the viral proteins and genomic nucleic acids was
realized in order to detect, identify, differentiate and quantify
viruses in the infected plants/planting materials with or without
symptoms of infection. Immunoassays have been successfully applied
for the detection of viruses in crop and weed host plant species as
well as in the vectors. Nucleic acid-based techniques have been
demonstrated to be the most reliable and sensitive tests for
detection, identification and differentiation of viruses and
viroids present in plants and planting materials.. Inclusion of
numerous protocols in appropriate chapters as appendix is a unique
feature of this volume.
Microbial plant pathogens causing qualitative and quantitative
losses in all corps are present not only in the infected plants,
but also in the environmental comprising of soil, water and air.
The vectors present in the environment spread the microbial
pathogens to short and/or long distances. Detection of microbial
pathogens rapidly and reliably by employing suitable sensitive
applicable for different ecosystems. The pathogens have to be
identified precisely and differentiated and quantified to plan
appropriate short- and long-term strategies to contain the
incidence and spread of diseases induced by them. This book aims to
present all relevant and latest information on the detection
techniques based on the biological, biochemical, immunological and
nucleic acid characteristics of microbial pathogens presents in the
host plants, as well as in the natural substrates that support the
survival and perpetuation of the pathogens.
Morphological, biological, biochemical and physiological
characteristics have been used for the detection, identification
and differentiation of fungal pathogens up to species level. Tests
based on biological characteristics are less consistent.
Immunoassays have been shown to be effective in detecting fungal
pathogens present in plants and environmental samples. Development
of monoclonal antibody technology has greatly enhanced the
sensitivity and specificity of detection, identification and
differentiation of fungal species and varieties/strains. Nucleic
acid-based techniques involving hybridization with or amplification
of unique DNA have provided results rapidly and reliably.
Presentation of a large number of protocols is a unique feature of
this volume.
Investigations on various aspects of plant-pathogen interactions
have the ultimate aim of providing information that may be useful
for the development of effective crop disease management systems.
Molecular techniques have accelerated the formulation of short- and
long-term strategies of disease management. Exclusion and
eradication of plant pathogens by rapid and precise detection and
identification of microbial pathogens in symptomatic and
asymptomatic plants and planting materials by employing molecular
methods has been practiced extensively by quarantines and
certification programs with a decisive advantage. Identification of
sources of resistance genes, cloning and characterization of
desired resistance genes and incorporation of resistance gene(s)
into cultivars and transformation of plants with selected gene(s)
have been successfully performed by applying appropriate molecular
techniques. Induction of resistance in susceptible cultivars by
using biotic and abiotic inducers of resistance is a practical
proposition for several crops whose resistance levels could not be
improved by breeding or transformation procedures. The risks of
emergence of pathogen strains less sensitive or resistant to
chemicals have been reduced appreciably by rapid identification of
resistant strains and monitoring the occurrence of such strains in
different geographical locations.
Studies on molecular biology of pathogens, infection process and
disease resistance, have provided information essentially required
to understand the vulnerable stages at which the pathogens can be
tackled effectively and to adopt novel strategies to incorporate
disease resistance genes from diverse sources and /or to induce
resistance of cultivars with desirable agronomic attributes using
biotic or abiotic agents. The nature of interaction between the
gene products of the pathogen and plant appears to determine the
outcome of the interaction resulting in either disease progression
or suppression. Transgenic plants with engineered genes show
promise for effective exploitation of this approach for practical
application. Research efforts during the recent years to sequence
the whole genomes of the pathogens and plants may lead to
development of better ways of manipulating disease resistance
mechanisms enabling the grower to achieve higher production levels
and the consumer to enjoy safer food and agricultural products.
Experimental protocols included in appropriate chapters will be
useful for researchers and graduate students.
Studies on the phenomenon of plant pathogenesis (disease
development) have been useful to have a deep insight into the
interactions between host plant and the pathogen. Depending on the
levels of susceptibility (compatibility) or resistance
(incompatibility) of the host plant and virulence of the pathogen,
disease development may progress, either leading to symptom
expression or result in the suppression of pathogen proliferation.
Molecular techniques have been applied to elucidate the nature of
interactions between the gene products of the plant and pathogen at
cellular and molecular levels. Successful evasion of hosta (TM)s
surveillance system and subsequent activities of metabolites of the
pathogen (enzymes and toxins) encoded by pathogen genes
counteracting the effects of various defense-related antimicrobial
compounds present already or produced by the host plants, after
initiation of infection have been critically studied by applying
various molecular techniques. In addition to studying various
phases of disease development in individual plants, molecular
methods have been demonstrated to be effective, in gathering data
on various aspects of epidemiology under natural conditions where
the interaction of pathogen with populations of plants is
influenced significantly by the environmental conditions existing
in different ecosystems. This volume focuses on the possibility of
applying the knowledge on pathogenesis and molecular epidemiology
to determine the vulnerable stages in the life cycles of the
pathogens that can be disrupted to achieve more effective disease
control.
Investigations on various aspects of plant-pathogen interactions
have the ultimate aim of providing information that may be useful
for the development of effective crop disease management systems.
Molecular techniques have accelerated the formulation of short- and
long-term strategies of disease management. Exclusion and
eradication of plant pathogens by rapid and precise detection and
identification of microbial pathogens in symptomatic and
asymptomatic plants and planting materials by employing molecular
methods has been practiced extensively by quarantines and
certification programs with a decisive advantage. Identification of
sources of resistance genes, cloning and characterization of
desired resistance genes and incorporation of resistance gene(s)
into cultivars and transformation of plants with selected gene(s)
have been successfully performed by applying appropriate molecular
techniques. Induction of resistance in susceptible cultivars by
using biotic and abiotic inducers of resistance is a practical
proposition for several crops whose resistance levels could not be
improved by breeding or transformation procedures. The risks of
emergence of pathogen strains less sensitive or resistant to
chemicals have been reduced appreciably by rapid identification of
resistant strains and monitoring the occurrence of such strains in
different geographical locations.
Studies on molecular biology of pathogens, infection process and
disease resistance, have provided information essentially required
to understand the vulnerable stages at which the pathogens can be
tackled effectively and to adopt novel strategies to incorporate
disease resistance genes from diverse sources and /or to induce
resistance of cultivars with desirable agronomic attributes using
biotic or abiotic agents. The nature of interaction between the
gene products of the pathogen and plant appears to determine the
outcome of the interaction resulting in either disease progression
or suppression. Transgenic plants with engineered genes show
promise for effective exploitation of this approach for practical
application. Research efforts during the recent years to sequence
the whole genomes of the pathogens and plants may lead to
development of better ways of manipulating disease resistance
mechanisms enabling the grower to achieve higher production levels
and the consumer to enjoy safer food and agricultural products.
Experimental protocols included in appropriate chapters will be
useful for researchers and graduate students.
Healthy seeds and propagules are the basic requirement for
producing good grains, fruits and vegetables needed for human
survival and perpetuation. Dispersal of microbial plant pathogens
via seeds and propagules has assumed more importance than other
modes of dispersal, as infected seeds and propagules have the
potential to become the primary sources of carrying pathogen
inoculum for subsequent crops. Several diseases transmitted through
seeds and propagules have been shown to have the potential to
damage economies as a result of huge quantitative and qualitative
losses in numerous crops. Hence, it is essential to rapidly detect,
identify and differentiate the microbial plant pathogens present in
seeds and propagules precisely and reliably, using sensitive
techniques. Microbial Plant Pathogens: Detection and Management in
Seeds and Propagules provides a comprehensive resource on
seed-borne and propagule-borne pathogens. Information on the
biology of microbial pathogens, including genetic diversity,
infection process and survival mechanisms of pathogens and
epidemiology of diseases caused by them, are discussed critically
and in detail to highlight weak links in the life cycles of the
pathogens. Development of effective disease management systems,
based on the principles of exclusion and eradication of pathogens
and immunization of crop plants to enhance the levels of resistance
of cultivars to diseases, has been effective to keep the pathogens
at bay. The need for production of disease-free seeds/propagules
has been emphasized to prevent the carryover of the inoculum to the
next crop or introduction of the pathogens to other locations.
Effectiveness of adopting simple cultural practices and development
of cultivars resistant to diseases through traditional breeding
methods or biotechnological approach have resulted in reducing the
pathogen inoculum and disease incidence. Although application of
different chemicals may reduce the disease incidence effectively,
biological management of crop diseases, employing potential
biological control agents have to be preferred to preserve the
agroecosystems. Greater efforts have to be made to integrate
compatible strategies to enhance the effectiveness of diseases
management systems. Protocols appended at the end of relevant
chapters form a unique feature of this book to enable the
researchers to fine-tune their projects. This 2 volume set provides
comprehensive and updated information about the
economically-important groups of microbial plant pathogens carried
by seed and propagules. Graduate students, researchers and teachers
of plant pathology, plant protection, microbiology, plant breeding
and genetics, agriculture and horticulture, as well as
certification and quarantine personnel will find the information
presented in this book useful.
Crop disease management strategies revolve around the principles of
exclusion, eradication and immunization. Cultural practices are
aimed at preventing or reducing the accumulation of pathogen
population (inoculum). Development of cultivars with genetic
resistance by transgressing resistance gene(s) through traditional
breeding procedures or biotechnological techniques is the most
effective and acceptable strategy, as it is environment-friendly
and does not need any additional cost to the grower. Assessment of
different grades of resistance of cultivars or genotypes to
soilborne microbial pathogens has been possible by quantifying
pathogen populations or their DNA contents in the test plants by
applying biological and molecular methods. This second volume of a
two-volume set focuses on the soilborne microbial plant pathogens
and the diseases caused by them. The book provides information on
ecology and epidemiology of soilborne microbial plant pathogens and
various strategies applicable for effective management of diseases.
Chapters cover exclusion and prevention strategies; improvement of
host plant resistance; biological management; application of
chemicals; and integration of these disease management strategies.
Features Discusses various aspects of soilborne microbial plant
pathogens to develop effective methods of managing diseases.
Presents information on epidemiology and ecology of soilborne
microbial plant pathogens. Facilitates the application of
management strategies alone or in combination with others for
effective suppression of disease development. Features information
on application of biotic and abiotic biological control agents
(BCAs) to suppress pathogen development either by directly acting
on the pathogen(s) or indirectly by enhancing host resistance to
the pathogens. Employs biotic and abiotic biocontrol agents either
to replace or reduce the use of chemicals is an achievable approach
for managing the soilborne microbial pathogens.
Soilborne microbial plant pathogens including oomycetes, fungi,
bacteria and viruses cause several economically important
destructive diseases and the symptoms of infection can be
recognized only after the pathogen has invaded many tissues
primarily vascular tissues of susceptible plants. This condition
places formidable challenges in investigating different aspects of
host-microbial pathogen interactions. Early detection of infection
and precise identification, differentiation, and quantification of
the microbial plant pathogens in plants, soil and water sources are
essential requirements for development of effective tactics to
reduce the incidence and spread of the diseases caused by them. As
the microbial plant pathogens differ in their virulence and
sensitivity to the environment and chemicals applied, it is
imperative to assess the extent of variability in the concerned
pathogens. This first volume of a two-volume set introduces
disease-causing microorganisms including oomycetes, fungi,
bacteria, and viruses found in soils. It focuses on the biology,
detection, and identification of soilborne bacterial, fungal, and
viral plant pathogens. This volume discusses various techniques
based on biological, immunological and genetic properties of the
pathogens indicating their advantages and limitations for selecting
the appropriate technique to fulfill the requirements. Features:
Presents techniques useful for detection, identification,
quantification of microbial plant pathogens in plants, soil, and
irrigation water from waterbodies. Highlights subversive activities
of viruses, resulting in the breakdown of host defense systems.
Discusses RNA silencing in infected plants by viruses and
posttranscriptional gene silencing (PTGS) functioning as an
endogenous mechanism in plants against virus infection. Presents
information on methods of assessment of genetic variability and
sensitivity of microbial plant pathogens to chemicals and adverse
environmental conditions.
Soil has a versatile role in supporting the development of a wide
range of organisms, including plants and microorganisms. Soilborne
pathogens and root diseases are the primary limiting factor in many
crops and tend to be very difficult to control. This first volume
of a two-volume set introduces disease-causing microorganisms
including oomycetes, fungi, bacteria, and viruses found in soils.
It focuses on the biology, detection, and identification of
soilborne bacterial, fungal, and viral plant pathogens. Volume two
provides information on ecology and epidemiology of soilborne
microbial plant pathogens and strategies applicable to manage
diseases. Chapters cover exclusion and prevention strategies;
improvement of host plant resistance; biological management;
application of chemicals; and integration of disease management
strategies.
POSTHARVEST PATHOGENS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT
Postharvest diseases caused by microbial pathogens account for
millions of dollars in losses of both durable and perishable
produce products every year. Moreover, with consumers increasingly
demanding minimally processed vegetables and fruits--which can be
invaded by human pathogens--there is an imperative need for
suitable protective measures to provide pathogen-free commodities
that are free from, or contain only acceptable levels of, chemical
residues.
Providing details of both conventional and modern molecular
techniques applicable for the detection, identification, and
differentiation of field and storage microbial pathogens,
Postharvest Pathogens and Disease Management:
* Discusses diseases of both durables and perishables during
transit and storage
* Provides a basic understanding of the effects of handling and
storage practices as well as field conditions and product
susceptibility on the development of postharvest diseases
* Reveals, as a cautionary note, the potential hazards of
mycotoxins with carcinogenic properties that can contaminate fruits
and vegetables
* Contains detailed information derived from elucidative evidence
and disease data in order to explain the infection process and
subsequent stages of disease development
* Helps readers to avoid conditions that favor disease incidence
and spread
* Includes real life examples of disease management strategies to
help readers develop effective disease management systems suitable
for different ecosystems
* Emphasizes the importance of integrating several different
effective methods in tandem, including the development of cultivars
with resistance to postharvest diseases; the selection of suitable
analytical methods; and the effective use of biocontrol agents and
chemicals
* Presents protocols for numerous techniques and basic methods,
making the book a distinctive and highly useful teaching and
research tool
Postharvest Pathogens and Disease Management offers readers insight
into the principles and methods of avoiding and managing
postharvest diseases of fruit and vegetable products in an
efficient, economical, and environmentally feasible manner,
allowing producers to sell safer, higher-quality produce to the
public and prevent the losses associated with postharvest disease.
Find out more about convenient immunoassays you can implement in
your own research! From the Foreword, by M. S. Swaminathan,
Chairman of the M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation: The book
provides remedies to the common maladies relating to quality and
safety of dietary material. Professor Narayanasamy has compiled and
presented with great clarity the latest information on all aspects
relating to immunology in plant health and food safety. We owe
Professor Narayanasamy a deep debt of gratitude for this labor of
love in the cause of improving food and feed quality and safety.
Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food Safety suggests
cost-effective, simple, and sensitive immunological techniques to
assess plant health and food safety for the production of desirable
foods, feeds, and timbers. This book explores the structure and
biochemical constituents of healthy plants and the abiotic and
biotic stresses that can cause a marked reduction in quantity and
quality of agricultural produce. Researchers, faculty members, and
graduate scholars in plant pathology, microbiology, biochemistry,
environmental sciences, and food technology will find this text
useful for producing healthy plants while maintaining a
pollution-free environment. In Immunology in Plant Health and Its
Impact on Food Safety, methods to develop stress-resistant
cultivars are discussed to enable you to select the most suitable
strategies for maintaining production and quality without the use
of chemicals. This valuable resource provides detailed instructions
for employing immunoassays that are rapid, reproducible, and
amenable for large-scale application in place of cumbersome and
expensive methods currently in use. With this important tool, you
will be able to plan and develop programs to obtain agricultural
produce of high quality acceptable for human and animal
consumption. With Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food
Safety, you'll learn more about: agrosystems immunological
reactions preparations of antisera immunodetection techniques
plant-stress interactions genetic manipulations disease resistance
and the production of disease-free plants mycotoxins chemical
residues This essential guide provides you with access to a wide
spectrum of information never before encompassed in a single book,
saving you time and energy. Figures, photographs, and tables with
appropriate data supply visual and factual support for the points
discussed in the text. Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on
Food Safety includes a large number of citations (over 1000) for
further research and development in your chosen field of study.
Find out more about convenient immunoassays you can implement in
your own research! From the Foreword, by M. S. Swaminathan,
Chairman of the M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation: The book
provides remedies to the common maladies relating to quality and
safety of dietary material. Professor Narayanasamy has compiled and
presented with great clarity the latest information on all aspects
relating to immunology in plant health and food safety. We owe
Professor Narayanasamy a deep debt of gratitude for this labor of
love in the cause of improving food and feed quality and safety.
Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food Safety suggests
cost-effective, simple, and sensitive immunological techniques to
assess plant health and food safety for the production of desirable
foods, feeds, and timbers. This book explores the structure and
biochemical constituents of healthy plants and the abiotic and
biotic stresses that can cause a marked reduction in quantity and
quality of agricultural produce. Researchers, faculty members, and
graduate scholars in plant pathology, microbiology, biochemistry,
environmental sciences, and food technology will find this text
useful for producing healthy plants while maintaining a
pollution-free environment. In Immunology in Plant Health and Its
Impact on Food Safety, methods to develop stress-resistant
cultivars are discussed to enable you to select the most suitable
strategies for maintaining production and quality without the use
of chemicals. This valuable resource provides detailed instructions
for employing immunoassays that are rapid, reproducible, and
amenable for large-scale application in place of cumbersome and
expensive methods currently in use. With this important tool, you
will be able to plan and develop programs to obtain agricultural
produce of high quality acceptable for human and animal
consumption. With Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on Food
Safety, you'll learn more about: agrosystems immunological
reactions preparations of antisera immunodetection techniques
plant-stress interactions genetic manipulations disease resistance
and the production of disease-free plants mycotoxins chemical
residues This essential guide provides you with access to a wide
spectrum of information never before encompassed in a single book,
saving you time and energy. Figures, photographs, and tables with
appropriate data supply visual and factual support for the points
discussed in the text. Immunology in Plant Health and Its Impact on
Food Safety includes a large number of citations (over 1000) for
further research and development in your chosen field of study.
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