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Research Project: Epidemiology, Vector-Host Plant Interactions, and Biology of Vegetable and Cucurbit Viruses

Location: Crop Improvement and Protection Research

Title: The role of weeds as hosts and overwintering sites for Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus

Author
item SMITH, RICHARD - University Of California - Cooperative Extension Service
item DEL POZO, ALEJANDRO - University Of California - Cooperative Extension Service
item Hasegawa, Daniel

Submitted to: CAPCA Adviser Magazine
Publication Type: Popular Publication
Publication Acceptance Date: 4/13/2020
Publication Date: N/A
Citation: N/A

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is the primary insect vector for Impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV), a prevalent disease affecting lettuce production in the Salinas Valley. This article for the CAPCA magazine will review the current research currently being conducted on thrips and INSV in the Salinas Valley, with a focus on identifying secondary host plant reservoirs for INSV and their impact on commercial lettuce production. The article will also provide an overview of thrips biology and their importance as vectors of INSV.