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    GCREC Plant Diagnostic Clinic

    GCREC Plant Diagnostic Clinic

    GCREC's Plant Diagnostic Clinic


    Learn how rapid disease diagnosis helps strawberry growers identify and manage crop diseases following hurricanes.

    When Plant Health Problems Arise, We Find Answers

    The GCREC Plant Diagnostic Clinic diagnoses a wide range of plant health issues, with a primary focus on diseases caused by fungal, bacterial, and oomycete pathogens.

    We commonly work with strawberries, vegetables, and ornamental crops, supporting commercial growers, Extension agents, researchers, and other agricultural professionals.

    Diagnostic services include evaluation of plant symptoms and signs, pathogen isolation and identification, and molecular-based testing when appropriate.

    A Partnership Supporting Florida Growers

    “The continued support of the Florida Strawberry Growers Association strengthens our ability to advance strawberry disease diagnostics and provide Florida growers with the information they need to make informed disease management decisions.” — Dr. Marcus Marin

    Clinic Information

    Whether you are preparing to submit a sample, looking for diagnostic services, or need to contact the clinic, find the information you need below.

    Strawberry plant showing extensive brown leaf spots, damaged foliage, and declining leaves alongside red fruit.
    Sample Submission & Instructions
    Dr. Marcus Marin examines a strawberry crown rot sample under a microscope at GCREC’s Plant Diagnostic Clinic.
    Diagnostic Services
    Strawberries showing brown, sunken lesions and fruit rot symptoms.
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    UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center
    14625 CR 672, Wimauma, FL 33598
    (813) 419-6670

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