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Diaphorina citri, one of the major vectors of HLB in Colombia (David Hall - USDA ARS)

Diaphorina citri, one of the major vectors of HLB in Colombia (David Hall – USDA ARS)

Here’s a taste of some of the latest stories about plant health, including HLB infected insects identified in Colombia, a new millet variety introduced in Rwanda and a new video to teach farmers in Kenya about drought-tolerant maize.

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2 Comments

  1. Adedeji dayo on 8th April 2016 at 5:06 AM

    I want to become a plant doctor, I need tthe guidelines and procedures.

    • Claire Curry on 11th April 2016 at 9:03 AM

      Dear Adedeji dayo,

      Thank you for your message. What country are you currently working in? You’ll need to contact the National Coordinator of the programme in your country for more details.

      Kind regards,
      Claire

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