Biology, Genetics, and Management of Ergot (Claviceps spp.) in Rye, Sorghum, and Pearl Millet

Biology, Genetics, and Management of Ergot (Claviceps spp.) in Rye, Sorghum, and Pearl Millet

Ergot is a disease of cereals and grasses caused by fungi in the genus Claviceps. Of particular concern are Claviceps purpurea in temperate regions, C. africana in sorghum (worldwide), and C. fusiformis in pearl millet (Africa, Asia). The fungi infect young, usually unfertilized ovaries, replacing t...

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Main Authors: Thomas Miedaner, Hartwig H. Geiger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-02-01
Series:Toxins
Subjects:
alkaloids
breeding
Claviceps Africana
Claviceps fusiformis
Claviceps purpurea
hybrid cultivar
Pennisetum glaucum
resistance, Secale cereal
Sorghum bicolor
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/7/3/659

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