British Society for Plant Pathology

Final call! Has your university nominated students for the BSPP Undergraduate Prizes yet? Don't miss the chance to recognise tomorrow’s plant pathology leaders. buff.ly/ss6eorv #BSPPUndergradPrize #PlantHealth

Nominations for BSPP Honorary Membership 2026 are now open. Recognise an outstanding contributor to plant pathology and the BSPP community. Deadline: 31 July 2025. Submit here: buff.ly/pVOoJlC

Late-breaking abstracts for #ECPP2025 are still open, but not for long. Deadline: July 31 Join global experts in plant pathology and contribute to the conversation. Details: buff.ly/CM2E8Z7

All nominees receive a certificate and a prize; national winners receive a trophy, cash, and a BSPP membership. Give your students the spotlight they deserve buff.ly/ss6eorv #FutureScientists #BSPPUndergradPrize #STEMAwards

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In wheat, the topmost leaf is the flag leaf, seen just below the emerging ear. What’s its role? 1️⃣ Unimportant, the ear’s formed 2️⃣ Shades the ear, reduces yield 3️⃣ Just like any other leaf 4️⃣ Provides sugars to fill the grain Answer: buff.ly/ZeuQftV #plantdoctorquiz

Two chances to shine: 1. Best research/dissertation 2. Best exam performance in plant pathology Recognise your students’ brilliance today! buff.ly/ss6eorv #AcademicExcellence #PlantScience #BSPPUndergradPrize

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Answer: Abiotic scorch The tan leaf tips with a sharp boundary between dead and healthy tissue point to scorch, in this case caused by ammonium nitrate applied in strong sun. #plantdoctorquiz

These wheat leaves have withered from the tip, what’s the likely cause? A. Bacterial infection B. Insect larvae in the stem C. Abiotic scorch D. Nutrient deficiency Think you know? Explore more #plantdoctorquiz on our website buff.ly/OLhys0X

The BSPP Undergraduate Prizes are open! We’re celebrating excellence in plant pathology, research & exams. Nominate your best students today! buff.ly/ss6eorv #BSPPUndergradPrize #PlantPathology #StudentAwards

#PlantDoctorQuiz The correct answer is: Herbicide damage The bleaching of the upper leaves is a classic sign of herbicide impact. Notice the sharp line between damaged and healthy plants. Thanks for playing! More plant puzzles coming soon 🌾👨‍🌾

🌱 #PlantDoctorQuiz The field is turning yellow, but why? 🤔 What's the most likely cause of this bean crop's symptoms? A) Nematodes attacking the roots B) Nutrient deficiency C) Herbicide damage D) Viral infection Drop your best guess below The answer will be revealed tomorrow

The BSPP MSc/MRes Bursary Scheme offers up to £4,000 to support students pursuing plant pathology-related degrees. 📅 Deadline: 30 June 2025 Apply here 👉 buff.ly/dwqJ6jj #PlantPathology #Scholarship #STEMFunding

Nominations for BSPP Honorary Membership 2026 are now open. Recognise an outstanding contributor to plant pathology and the BSPP community. Deadline: 31 July 2025. Submit here: buff.ly/pVOoJlC

Nominations Open: RKS Wood Prize 2026 Celebrate excellence in plant disease biology! 🏆 £1000 prize + BSPP lecture 🗓️ Deadline: 31 July Details: buff.ly/2UouUtw #PlantPathology #SciencePrize #BSPP

Answer: Mites They cause many symptoms, but never wilting! Unlike insects, nematodes, and bacteria, mites don’t damage plant vessels. #plantdoctorquiz 🌱

🕵️‍♂️ All of the options are known to cause this symptom... except one. Can you spot the outlier? 🪲 Insects 🕷️ Mites 🦠 Bacteria 🪱 Nematodes Which one doesn’t belong? Reply with your guess! 👇 #plantdoctorquiz

We're hiring! Join the Plant Pathology journal as a freelance Technical Reader. Part-time, flexible hours buff.ly/xQFpkLF Apply by 22nd June to [email protected] #EditingJobs #PlantPathology #AcademicPublishing #Freelance

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