Edited by Prof. Dr. Joseph-Alexander Verreet and Dr. Holger Klink, Christian-Albrechts University, Kiel SCROLL DOWN TO ORDER This new DVD uses three-dimensional computer animations and commentaries to depict the complete life cycles of pathogens as well as means of control. View Booklet, which includes the Editor's Preface, table of contents, glossary, and sample images. There are 2 videos on this DVD: 2.1 Rhizomania (12:00 min) *View Sample Video Clip. (Winner of the 2005 Scientific and Popular Scientific Films -- see below.) Rhizomania or “root madness” is one of the most serious diseases of sugarbeet. It is caused by Beet necrotic yellow vein virus (BNYVV). The virus is carried and transmitted by the soilborne protozoan Polymyxa betae. When zoospores of P. betae carrying BNYVV invade roots of sugarbeet, the virus is released by the protozoan, multiplies, and spreads within the plant. Virus infection causes massive proliferation of secondary roots, giving the taproot a bearded appearance. Storage of sugar in the taproot is substantially reduced. With photo-like 3D computer animations, the film illustrates the life-cycle of the virus vector P. betae, thus leading to a better understanding of the development of rhizomania and, consequently, means of controlling it. Finally, information on new high-yield rhizomania-resistant varieties of sugarbeet is presented. 2.2 Root Rot – Biologic Strategies of Root-Rotting Pathogens (9:50 min) *View Sample Video Clip. Soilborne pathogens known to cause root rot of sugarbeet include Rhizoctonia solani, Fusarium oxysporum, and Aphanomyces cochlioides. In order to utilize the energy stored in the sugarbeets, these pathogens adopt different strategies: Rhizoctonia solani forms specialized infection structures (infection cushions), Fusarium oxysporum releases toxins that support fungal growth within the beet’s vascular system, and the mode of infection of Aphanomyces cochlioides is characterized by formation of motile zoospores. The various biologic strategies are illustrated in detail, followed by sequences focusing on agronomic disease management methods, including plant resistance. Diseases and Pest of Sugarbeet, Volume 1 series also available. 2006; DVD (2 videos); ISBN:0-89054-340-2; (1 pound); Item No. 43402 Local Area Network (LAN) License is also available with this product: LAN single site server license fee: Item No. 43402LAN; Add $100 to the base purchase price. Contact APS Press by phone or fax to order optional LAN license. Languages available on the DVD: English, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, and Turkish.
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