2015
Using molecular biology to control Soybean Diseases: Cercospora leaf blight and rust
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Contributor/Checkoff:
Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board
Category:
Sustainable Production
Keywords:
Crop protectionDiseaseField management
Parent Project:
Using molecular biology to control soybean rust disease: Cercospora leaf blight and rust
Lead Principal Investigator:
Zhi-Yuan Chen, Louisiana State University
Co-Principal Investigators:
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Contributing Organization (Checkoff):
Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board
(n/a)
Institution Funded:
Louisiana State University
(n/a)
Brief Project Summary:

Cercospora leaf blight, caused by Cercospora kikuchii, has become the number one fungal disease in Louisiana. C. kikuchii infects soybean leaves, stems and pods and causes purple seed stain and Cercospora leaf blight. A recent study has shown that Cercospora pathogens secrete an effector protein that suppresses the host defensive mechanism. This research project will study the production and activities of these proteins with the goal of using genetic overexpression of these proteins as a tool for improving soybean disease resistance.

Key Benefactors:
farmers, agronomists, Extension agents, soybean breeders, seed companies

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Final Project Results

The United Soybean Research Retention policy will display final reports with the project once completed but working files will be purged after three years. And financial information after seven years. All pertinent information is in the final report or if you want more information, please contact the project lead at your state soybean organization or principal investigator listed on the project.