This laboratory works on diagnosing diseases in cultivated and ornamental plants, such as those caused by bacteria, fungi, phytoplasms, viruses, and viroids. In the context of legally required health controls, our experts conduct studies on propagating material in the fruit, wine, and vegetable cultivation sectors, as well in growing ornamental plants. Additionally, the lab is commissioned by the Plant Protection Agency of the Autonomous Province of Bozen / Bolzano to conduct plant disease diagnostics. Our experts employ microbiological, serological, and/or molecular-biological methods to identify pathogens.
Yazmid Reyes Domínguez
Head of laboratory