The Horticulture Pathology Unit provides a range of disease identification tests and advice for all horticultural crops including fruit, vegetables, grapes and ornamentals. Plant Health A range of diagnostic tests are available to identify plant health problems in horticultural crops.
Advice is provided on disease management and any further testing required for specific problems.
The presence of Verticillium in soils can also be determined. Nematodes Soil and plant samples can be tested for the presence of nematodes which may be affecting plant health through root, stem or bulb infestation. To facilitate the testing process, please note the following guidelines. In summer, take care to ensure samples are kept cool in transit. Dig up carefully - don't pull up.