The fungal pathogen Phytophthora infestans is increasing its hold on potato crops in Europe. In recent years, a wide range of new pathotypes has emerged through generative (sexual) reproduction, allowing the disease to become more aggressive and more damaging.  |
Along with leaf diseases, pests represent a serious risk for potato growers around the world: they can decrease tuber quality significantly, and at worst, they can destroy entire harvests. The danger can be managed through preventative measures, and with the aid of effective Bayer products such as Biscaya® and Proteus®. |
The potato is the world’s fourth most important food plant - after rice, wheat and maize. But that’s not all: the tuber’s starch content also makes the modest spud an extremely versatile and sustainable raw material. |
