Phylogeny, pathogenicity and epidemiology of potato spindle tuber viroid (PSTVd) and related pospiviroids in Australia
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Potato spindle Tuber viroid is a serious threat to the potato industry. This 2013 report found that multiple hosts exist for the disease, including non-solanaceous species. The report also suggests that there is an additional pospiviroid in Australia. Detailed information about pathogen spread and survivability on different materials is explained. A diagnostics protocol was developed for the disease.
