Pomato

POMATO – Effective management strategies to address outbreaks of Clavibacter sepedonicus and Ralstonia solanacearum in potato and tomato crops

In fields across Europe and Latin America, potato and tomato growers face outbreaks of Cs and Rs diseases, which devastate crops and threaten their livelihoods. Recognising the urgency, the POMATO project is stepping up, driven by a vision of thriving, disease-resistant crops.

At the heart of POMATO’s approach are innovative molecular techniques that unlock resistance genes to cultivate healthier and more resilient potato and tomato varieties. Equipped with cutting-edge AI, polymeric sensors and multispectral drone imaging, the team aims to develop advanced tools for the early and accurate detection of these diseases, empowering farmers with timely interventions.

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