PRO/PL> Stripe rust, wheat – UK: new strains

Other Plant Disease — United Kingdom
The latest national cereal disease survey by Agrii found that changes in the pathogenicity of yellow rust over the past [2016/17] season mean 64 per cent of mainstream winter wheat varieties now have lower resistance than their current Recommended List (RL) ratings – providing an early warning ahead of 2017/18 planting.
Agrii’s Jim Carswell said: “A number of varieties are holding their ratings well, however, many have become noticeably more susceptible. A progressive fall-off in resistance