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late blight

A disease of potato plants caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans and characterized by decay of the foliage and tubers.

late blight (l

A disease of potato plants caused by the oomycete organism Phytophthora infestans and characterized by decay of the foliage and tubers. An outbreak of late blight led to widespread famine in Ireland in 1845-1850.

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late blight - blight in which symptoms appear late in the growing season especially a disease of solanaceous plants caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans

blight - any plant disease resulting in withering without rotting

celery blight - a fungous leaf spot disease of the celery plant

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Given the state of biotech crop development, the best type of product to be brought forward in the current environment, he says, would be similar to the late blight resistant potato that is currently being tested by University of Wisconsin researchers.

Biotech battles for markets and minds by Oliver, Tom / Agri Marketing

In the United States, late blight primarily affects potatoes grown in Maine, says William E.

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PBI's customer believes the Rinegold variety is well suited for the french fries market and the Selma ideal for potato salad - both have strong resistance to late blight.

Penn Biotech Inc. Signs Contract with Canadian Potato Breeder by Business Wire

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