DNA arrays for monitoring orchard soil microbial communities

Author: Mark Mazzola

Published: 2007

Summary: The objectives of this project were: 1) Develop DNA microarrays containing a comprehensive collection of DNA sequences from fungi found in orchard soil and apple roots in central Washington. 2) Evaluate the capacity of the DNA microarray to measure community structure and function for predictive purposes.

Keywords:

• Apple
• Horticulture
• DNA microarrays
• Orchard soils
• Root disease