Plant pathology, also known as phytopathology, is the scientific study of plant diseases caused by both pathogens and environmental factors. It is a broad discipline that spans several major areas of microbiology, including mycology, virology, nematology and bacteriology. more >>>

The Australasian Plant Pathology Society is a scientific association dedicated to the advancement and dissemination of knowledge of plant pathology and its practice. Conferences, bursaries, symposia and several publications help the Society achieve these objectives. more >>>

The Society supports education in science through the Advancing Plant Pathology Fund and Trevor Wicks Travel Grants as well as the Stirling Nematology Awards and other bursary schemes.  more >>>

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Plasmopara viticola - Downy Mildew of Grapevine

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