Information from surveillance systems on late blight from the Nordic countries, the Netherlands, Germany and UK (see links in lower right box) show that a few (1-2 per country) primary attacks were recorded in early June in covered or very early planted potatoes. In Dk, only two early attacks show indications of oospores. After the dry spell in most of June wide-spread attacks are now (5-13 July) recorded in most regions due to shift in weather conditions. This pattern should be a warning about increasing infection pressure.

The relatively cold May delayed crop growth with 10-14 days in many regions and weather conditions in June was unfavorable for disease development

The season in 2010 show the potential of using effective decision support systems as the delay of epidemic developments of approximately one month (date calendar) saves 3-4 fungicide applications in the beginning of the season.

It is already 2 months ago since we met during the EuroBlight Workshop in Arras. Manuscripts of oral presentations or posters can be submitted until 1 September 2010. To reduce the editing process we ask you to submit a Word document inwhich the tables, figures and photos are already included.

After 1 August we start to upload the articles received as seperate papers in the list of presentations to be found via link in lower left box on this page

When you presented a poster, it is possible to submit a manuscript or a PDF of the poster. Please let us know which option you prefer.