W1008 Committee Updates

IYSV & Thrips

 

“Biology and Management of Iris yellow spot virus (IYSV),

Other Diseases and Thrips in Onions”

Note:  The W1008 Committee has requested a renewal of the Project (W2008) for 2012 - 2017 

Goal:  Promote the national network of onion and other allium researchers, extension personnel and industry reps in relation to the following objectives:

      Evaluate onion germplasm for greater levels of tolerance to IYSV, other pathogens and thrips.  

   Investigate thrips biology and IYSV epidemiology to improve management strategies.

 

   Investigate the biology, ecology and epidemiology of other pathogens to improve management strategies.

 

    Facilitate interaction and information transfer between W2008 participants, the onion industry and other stakeholders.