Ultrarapid real-time diagnostic tool of plant disease infection adapted for field deployment

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We will develop a rapid non-destructive technology for the detection of plant pathogens and insect damage. Uniquely this approach will simultaneously use a combination of machine vision and volatile biomarkers to diagnose the presence of plant pests, i.e. pathogens and insects, even before extensive damage and loss of plant yield occurs. This will enable faster detection of crop pests allowing farmers and growers to apply crop protection strategies at the correct time which will result in reduced yield loss and less pesticide spraying.