Global Access Diagnostics (GADx), a social enterprise and leading developer of lateral flow and rapid diagnostic technologies, today announced it has expanded the applications of its low-cost, rapid diagnostic test, BotrytisAlert.
From Global Access DiagnosticsAug 30 2023Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. Harnessing GADx’s expertise in lateral flow technology, the test has shown to detect and measure the fungal crop pathogen Botrytis across several critical points in wine production; in the vineyard, in grape must and in finished wine. Early intervention in the disease cycle facilitates improved efficacy of sustainable control measures and to reduce unnecessary use of fungicides.
Launched in 2020, BotrytisAlert is a rapid antigen test originally developed for the soft fruit industry to monitor Botrytis spores, or bunch rot, in air samples to drive early warning of disease potential on exposed crops. In soft fruit, the test has been used to forecast infection risk, guide the timed application of control treatments ahead of symptom development, inform quality and drive crop post-harvest management decisions.
Globally, in the wine sector it is estimated, on average, 25% of turnover is lost due to Botrytis rot, at a cost to the industry of €15 billion per year. Botrytis is considered one of the most serious diseases of grapevine affecting not only yield, but grape quality and taste. In the UK’s horticulture sector, the fungus infection is the second greatest cause of crop loss by reducing harvest yields and marketability, estimated to cost £54 million.
As part of an Innovate UK funded initiative, BotrytisAlert was developed and trialed with Berry Garden Growers, NIAB EMR and the Warwickshire College. It is part of GADx’s wider crop protection diagnostic portfolio, to include other fungal pathogens such as Rhizopus and Mucor. Botrytis, or bunch rot, is a worldwide problem for the wine industry, particularly when rain falls close to harvest; impacting yield, wine quality and taste.” Related StoriesShe added: “As for the treatment of human diseases, early intervention is key for the health of our crops, livestock and fisheries. In crop production, BotrytisAlert offers the potential to monitor infection potential and alert growers to deploy control strategies at the right time and only when needed.
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