Patho Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Patho Solutions was founded in 2016 to address specific research, fieldwork, and laboratory testing needs in the agricultural sector. We specialise in the identification and management of viral and bacterial plant pathogens of fruit and vegetable crops, and aim to provide assorted services focused on the prevention or control of economically important diseases. Our services include a combination of field and laboratory services, including disease surveillance and mapping; sampling and testing services for the detection of specific plant pathogens; epidemiological research investigating disease spread and control measures; and R&D research for the development of diagnostic assays and technological applications to improve disease management. Our testing services are listed on our website, and include molecular (PCR/LAMP) and serological (ELISA) tests for: Grapevine Leafroll-associated Viruses 1, 2, and 3 (GLRaV-1,2,3); Grapevine Fleck Virus (GFkV); Grapevine Fanleaf Virus (GFLV); Bacterial Blight (Xylophilus ampelinus); Apple Stem Pitting Virus (ASPV); Apple Chlorotic Leaf Spot Virus (ACLSV); Apple Mosaic Virus (ApMV); Apple Stem Grooving Virus (ASGV); Prune Dwarf Virus (PDV); Prunus Necrotic Ringspot Virus (PNRSV); Maize Chlorotic Mottle Virus (MCMV); Potato Virus Y (PVY); Potato Leafroll Virus (PLRV); Avocado Sun-blotch Viroid (ASBVd).