What is PhytoFuRa?
PhytoFuRa is a research initiative of Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi to deal with three major pathogens viz. Phytophthora, Fusarium and Ralstonia. It is envisaged as a network project with three separate sub projects
- Sub project on Phytophthora
- Sub project on Fusarium and
- Sub project on Ralstonia
Objectives
- To study the diversity of pathogens Phytophthora, Fusarium and Ralstonia
- To develop diagnostic and detection methodology for Phytophthora, Fusarium and Ralstonia
- To study the host-pathogen and microbes interaction using genomic tools
- To use molecular and genomic tools for identification of resistant types
- To develop management strategies including biocontrol agents for facilitating management of Phytophthora, Fusarium and Ralstonia diseases.