Potatoes: Lets get (Bio)-Physical - Rhizoctonia

Dr Matt Back, Reader in plant Nematology at Harper Adams University delivers a Rhizoctonia masterclass, with an emphasis on management of soil borne pests. As part of the GREATSoils project Dr Back, takes a more detailed look at husbandry methods, assess climate effects such as water and soil temperature and look at choices of potato variety. In addition PhD student Valeria Orlando discusses her current research project “Detection and distribution of root-lesion nematodes in England and Scotland“. ABOUT AHDB AHDB is a statutory levy board, funded by farmers, growers and others in the supply chain. Our purpose is to inspire our farmers, growers and industry to succeed in a rapidly changing world. We equip the industry with easy to use, practical know-how which they can apply straight away to make better decisions and improve their performance. Established in 2008 and classified as a Non-Departmental Public Body, it supports the following industries: meat and livestock (cattle, sheep and pigs) in England;