Marc Fuchs

My program emphasizes translational research on virus diseases of vegetable and fruit crops. Primary goals are to determine the genetic variability of virus populations for advancing our understanding of virus spread, and to study interactions between viruses, vectors, and plant hosts with the aims of developing robust detection methodologies, and implementing innovative approaches for crop improvement.

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Outreach and Extension Focus

The extension component of my program focuses on the (i) identification of virus diseases of vegetable and fruit crops, in particular emerging diseases, (iii) dissemination of information on the biology and ecology of viral diseases to extension educators, growers, regulators, horticulture inspectors, and agriculture service providers. Efforts are also directed to a grape certification program and service activities for assisting the management of virus diseases of vegetable and fruit crops.