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Running time: 14:05 minutes

Also available in DVD-ROM Format

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Late blight caused by the oomycete Phytophthora infestans is the most serious disease of potato crops worldwide. As a major culprit of the Irish potato famine in the mid-nineteenth century, late blight has had a tremendous effect on human history. Elucidation of the life cycle of P. infestans by German botanist Anton de Bary is claimed as a founding moment of modern plant pathology.

Using computer animations blended with real-life video and time-lapse photography, this teaching video impressively illustrates the life cycle of P. infestans. Your students and extension audiences will gain a clear understanding of the development and epidemiological spread of this fungus-like pathogen and the nature of the devastating disease it causes.

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All stages of the disease cycle are explained in detail:  

Asexual Reproduction:

• Infected tubers as a source of inoculum
• Transmission of mycelium to seedling
• Formation of sporangiophores on leaves
• Detachment and spread of sporangia
• Direct and indirect germination
• Zoospore production and release
• Zoospore locomotion and encystment
• Leaf infection and mycelial growth
• Secondary sporulation and spread of disease
• Infection of tubers

Sexual Reproduction:

• A1 and A2 (opposite) mating types
• Formation of male and female gametangia
• Penetration of antheridium by oogonial initial
• Expansion of oogonium
• Meiosis and fertilization
• Formation of thick-walled oospore
• Dormancy period in soil
• Germination of activated oospore
• Release of zoospores

Potato Late Blight - The Disease Cycle of Phytophthora infestans DIGITAL DOWNLOAD

The download package contains the video in mp4 format and English audio. The mp4 format is compatible with most digital devices (Mac, Windows, and mobile devices).

Running time: 14:05 minutes

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