phytopathology - Reflexions

phytopathology

This is the study of plant diseases. It is divided into several disciplines and concentrates on the diagnosis of diseases or deals with the study of pathogens from an epidemiological point of view. It can also involve the study of the interaction between the plant and the pathogen. This type of study makes it possible to find ways of fighting disease used by the plant and which can be adapted by mankind in order to stem the tide of certain diseases. This type of research makes it possible to replace traditional pesticides while minimizing losses in crop yields.