Abstract: Efficient sampling approaches combined with reliable, fast testing procedures are crucial factors in surveillance for early detection of Xylella fastidiosa (Xf). In the frame of the European project ‘XF-ACTORS’, work was performed on developing effective sampling methods to support reliable detection of Xf, particularly in asymptomatic plants. The objectives of the work were to: (a) evaluate the efficiency of two methods for DNA extraction from plant material (1 g), employing two commercial kits, one silica-column-based and one magnetic-bea...
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