Project Objectives
- Characterize non-host resistance to major problematic pathogen groups of Solanaceae crops.
e.g. Alternaria, Phytophthora, and Xanthomonas - Identify the genetic components of non-host resistance for translational introduction via genome editing, transgenics, or targeted conventional breeding.
- Develop potato, tomato, and pepper lines with novel disease resistances for use in breeding programs.
