Rapid Detection of Rhizoctonia solani in Turfgrass and Soil Using a Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification-Based Point-of-Care Testing System.
Climate change is increasing the frequency and scale of turf disease outbreaks, yet systems for rapid and accurate disease diagnosis in the field remain limited. Existing microscopic examination methods require skilled professionals. And by the time visible symptoms appear, the optimal window for prevention is often mi...