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Scott T Adkins
Laboratory Director


Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon Reprint Icon will take you to the publication reprint.)
Effects of host plants and their infection status on acquisition and inoculation of a plant virus by its hemipteran vector - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gautam, S.; Gadhave, K.R.; Buck, J.W.; Dutta, B.; Coolong, T.;Adkins, S.; Simmons, A.M.; Srinivasan, R. Effects of Host Plants and Their Infection Status on Acquisition and Inoculation of A Plant Virus by Its Hemipteran Vector. Pathogens 2023, 12, 1119. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens12091119
Phylogenomic and population genetics analyses of extant tomato yellow leaf curl virus strains on a global scale - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Marchant, W.G., Mugerwa, H., Gautam, S., Al-Aqeel, H., Polston, J.E., Rennberger, G., Smith, H., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Brown, J., Srinivasan, R. 2023. Phylogenomic and population genetics analyses of extant tomato yellow leaf curl virus strains on a global scale. Frontiers in Virology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fviro.2023.1221156.
Annual (2023) taxonomic update of RNA-directed RNA polymerase-encoding negative-sense RNA viruses (realm Riboviria: kingdom Orthornavirae: phylum Negarnaviricota) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
The effect of subfreezing temperatures on survival of Bemisia tabaci MEAM1 - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Turechek, W., Rennberger, G., Adkins, S.T., Lucas, L., Parks, F., Mellinger, C., Smith, H. 2023. The effect of subfreezing temperatures on survival of Bemisia tabaci MEAM1. Crop Protection. 170:106262. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cropro.2023.106262.
Structural changes in Florida citrus production, 1980-2021 and associated consequences of weather events and disease - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Taylor, E.L., Gottwald, T.R., Adkins, S.T. Structural changes in Florida citrus production, 1980-2021 and associated consequences of weather events and disease. Journal of Citrus Pathology. 10. 2023. https://doi.org/10.5070/C410156360.
Sida golden mosaic virus, an emerging pathogen of snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in the southeastern United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gautam, S., Buck, J.W., Dutta, B., Coolong, T., Sanchez, T., Smith, H.A., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2023. Sida golden mosaic virus, an emerging pathogen of snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in the southeastern United States. Viruses. 15:357. http://doi.org/10.3390/v15020357.
Field-portable, rapid, and low-cost RT-LAMP for detection of tomato chlorotic spot virus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Yilmaz, S., Adkins, S.T., Batuman, O. 2023. Field-portable, rapid, and low-cost RT-LAMP for detection of tomato chlorotic spot virus. Phytopathology. 113(3). https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-08-22-0319-R.
First report of chili pepper mild mottle virus in Calibrochoa in the United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Groth-Helms, D., Juszczak, S., Adkins, S.T. 2022. First report of chili pepper mild mottle virus in Calibrochoa in the United States. New Disease Reports. 46:(1). Article e12120. https://doi.org/10.1002/ndr2.12120.
ISHS division ornamental plants: from challenges to new opportunities for the ornamental sector - ()
Beruto, M., Adkins, S.T., Barba-Gonzalez, R., Celikel, F.G., Foucher, F., Louw, E., Lim, K., Park, S., Tang, K., Woltering, E.J. 2022. ISHS division ornamental plants: from challenges to new opportunities for the ornamental sector. Chronica Horticulturae. 62(3):21-29.
2022 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kuhn, J.H., Adkins, S.T., Alkhovsky, S.V., Avšic-Županc, T, et al. 2022. 2022 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales. Archives of Virology.2022 Dec;167(12):2857-2906 https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-022-05546-z.
Differential transcriptional responses in two Old World Bemisia tabaci cryptic species post acquisition of old and new World begomoviruses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mugerwa, H., Gautam, S., Catto, M.A., Dutta, B., Brown, J., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2022. Differential transcriptional responses in two Old World Bemisia tabaci cryptic species post acquisition of old and new World begomoviruses. Cells. 11:13. https://doi.org/10.3390/cells11132060.
Differential transmission of Old and New World begomoviruses by Middle East Asia Minor 1 (MEAM1) and Mediterranean (MED) cryptic species of Bemisia tabaci - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gautam, S., Mugerwa, H., Buck, J.W., Dutta, B., Coolong, T., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2022. Differential transmission of Old and New World begomoviruses by Middle East Asia Minor 1 (MEAM1) and Mediterranean (MED) cryptic species of Bemisia tabaci. Viruses. 14:1104. https://doi.org/10.3390/v14051104.
Novel strategies for management of arthropod vectors and vector-borne vegetable diseases - ()
Whitfield, A.E., Wang, Y., Turechek, W., Gottwald, T., Schneider, W., Lorenzen, M., Adkins, S.T. 2022. Novel strategies for management of arthropod vectors and vector-borne vegetable diseases. In: Elmer, W.H., McGrath, M., McGovern, R.J. (eds). Handbook of Plant Disease Managment. Springer,Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-35512-8_15-1.
Diseases of cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, squash, and watermelons - ()
Egel, D.S., Adkins, S.T., Wintermantel, W.M., Keinath, A.P., D'Arcangelo, K.N., Parada-Rojas, C.H., Rennberger, G., Toporek, S.M., Hausbeck, M.K., Quesada-Ocampo, L.M. 2022. Diseases of cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, squash, and watermelons. In: Elmer, W.H., McGrath, M., McGovern, R.J., editors. Handbook of Vegetable and Herb Diseases. Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-35512-8_33-1. p. 1-105.
Combining cultural tactics and insecticides for the management of sweetpotato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci MEAM1, and viruses in yellow squash - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Latora, A.G., Codod, C.B., Lagarrea, S., Dutta, B., Kemerait, R.C., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Coolong, T., Ribeiro Da Silva, A.B., Srinivasan, R. 2022. Combining cultural tactics and insecticides for the management of sweetpotato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci MEAM1, and viruses in yellow squash. Horticulturae. 8:341. https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae8040341.
Complete genome of rice grassy stunt tenuivirus in Thailand and genetic relationship analysis - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Srivilai, K., Wonnapinij, P., Adkins, S.T., Patarapuwadol, S. 2022. Complete genome of rice grassy stunt tenuivirus in Thailand and genetic relationship analysis. Thai Journal of Agricultural Science. 40(2):114-125. https://doi.org/10.14456/thaidoa-agres.2022.10.
The influence of tomato yellow leaf curl virus on dispersal by Bemisia tabaci MEAM1 in tomato - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Steele, G.C., Rossitto De Marchi, B., Lahiri, S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Smith, H.A. 2022. The influence of tomato yellow leaf curl virus on dispersal by Bemisia tabaci MEAM1 in tomato. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata. 170:744-754. https://doi.org/10.1111/eea.13193.
First Report of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) Infecting Tomato in Florida, U.S.A. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dey, K., Vilez-Climent, M., Soria, P., Batuman, O., Mavrodieva, V., Wei, G., Zhou, J., Adkins, S.T., Mcvay, J. 2021. First Report of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) Infecting Tomato in Florida, U.S.A. New Disease Reports. 44:e12028. https://doi.org/10.1002/ndr2.12028.
2021 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kuhn, J.H., Adkins, S.T., Alkhovsky, S.V., Avšic-Županc, T., Et Al. 2021. 2021 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales. Archives of Virology. https://doi.org/10.1007%2Fs00705-021-05143-6.
First report of Macrophomina phaseolina, Fusarium brachygibbosum, and Lasiodiplodia theobromae causing fungal watermelon vine decline in Southwest and West-Central Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Pisani, C., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Patel, P.C., Rosskopf, E.N. 2021. First report of Macrophomina phaseolina, Fusarium brachygibbosum, and Lasiodiplodia theobromae causing fungal watermelon vine decline in Southwest and West-Central Florida. Plant Health Progress. 22:544-551. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-09-20-0077-RS.
Development of a high-throughput plant disease symptom severity assessment tool using machine learning image analysis and integrated geolocation - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Clohessy, J.W., Sanjel, S., O'Brian, G., Barocco, R., Kumar, S., Adkins, S.T., Tillman, B., Wright, D.L., Small, I.M. 2021. Development of a high-throughput plant disease symptom severity assessment tool using machine learning image analysis and integrated geolocation. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture. 134:106089. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compag.2021.106089.
Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV): Potential threat for tomato production in Florida - ()
Batuman, O., Yilmaz, Y., Roberts, P., McAvoy, M., Hutton, H., Dey, K., Adkins, S.T. 2020. Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV): Potential threat for tomato production in Florida. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pp360.
Canine olfactory detection of a non-systemic phytobacterial citrus pathogen of international quarantine significance - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gottwald, T., Poole, G., Taylor, E.L., Luo, W., Posny, D., Adkins, S.T., Schneider, W., McRoberts, N. 2020. Canine olfactory detection of a non-systemic phytobacterial citrus pathogen of international quarantine significance. Entropy. 22:1269. https://doi.org/10.3390/e22111269.
2020 Taxonomic update for Phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kuhn, J.H., Adkins, S.T., Alioto, D., Alkhovsky, S.V., et al. 2020. 2020 Taxonomic update for Phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales. Archives of Virology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-020-04731-2.
Virus-virus interactions in a plant host and in a hemipteran vector: Implications for vector fitness and virus epidemics Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gautam, S., Gadhave, K.R., Buck, J.W., Dutta, B., Coolong, T., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2020. Virus-virus interactions in a plant host and in a hemipteran vector: Implications for vector fitness and virus epidemics. Virus Research. 286 (2020) 198069. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.virusres.2020.198069.
Genome characterization of Brugmansia latent virus, a novel tobamovirus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Scott-Brown, A.S., D'Elia, T., Devey, D.S., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2020. Genome characterization of Brugmansia latent virus, a novel tobamovirus. Archives of Virology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-020-04718-z.
Detection of cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus (CYSDV) infecting watermelon in South Carolina - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2020. Detection of cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus (CYSDV) infecting watermelon in South Carolina. Plant Health Progress. https://doi.org/10.1094/php-03-20-0016-br.
Low frequency of horizontal and vertical transmission of cucurbit leaf crumple virus in whitefly Bemisia tabaci Gennadius - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gadhave, K.R., Gautam, S., Dutta, B., Coolong, T., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2020. Low frequency of horizontal and vertical transmission of cucurbit leaf crumple virus in whitefly Bemisia tabaci Gennadius. Phytopathology. 10. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-09-19-0337-R.
ICTV Virus Taxonomy Profile: Peribunyaviridae - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hughes, H.R., Adkins, S.T., Alkhovsky, S.V., Beer, M., Blair, C.D., Calisher, C.H., Drebot, M., Lambert, A.J., Marciel De Souza, W., Marklewitz, M., Nunes, M.T., Shí, X., ICTV Consortium. 2020. ICTV Virus Taxonomy Profile: Peribunyaviridae. Journal of General Virology. 101:1-2. https://doi.org/10.1099/jgv.0.001365.
Family Peribunyaviridae - ()
Hughes, H.R., Adkins, S.T., Alkhovsky, S.V., Beer, M., Blair, C.D., Calisher, C.H., Drebot, M., Lambert, A.J., de Souza, W. M., Marklewitz, M., Nunes, M.T., Shí, X. Peribunyaviridae. In: Virus Taxonomy: The Classification and Nomenclature of Viruses. 10th Report of the Internaional Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses. Available: https://talk.ictvonline.org/ictv-reports/ictv_online_report/negative-sense-rna-viruses/bunyavirales/w/peribunyaviridae 2019. (Online Book Chapter).
Spatial and temporal physiognomies of whitefly and tomato yellow leaf curl virus epidemics in southwestern Florida tomato fields - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Anco, D., Rouse, L., Lucas, L., Parks, F., Mellinger, C., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P., Stansly, P., Ha, M., Turechek, W. 2019. Spatial and temporal physiognomies of whitefly and tomato yellow leaf curl virus epidemics in southwestern Florida tomato fields. Phytopathology. 110(1):130-145. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-05-19-0183-FI.
Sequence analysis of the medium and small RNAs of impatiens necrotic spot virus reveals segment reassortment but not recombination - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adegbola, R.O., Marshall, S.H., Batuman, O., Ullman, D.E., Gilbertson, R.L., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R.A. 2019. Sequence analysis of the medium and small RNAs of impatiens necrotic spot virus reveals segment reassortment but not recombination. Archives of Virology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-019-04389-5.
First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in soybean (Glycine max L.) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Estevez De Jensen, C., Funderburk, J., Skarlinsky, T., Adkins, S.T. 2019. First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in soybean (Glycine max L.). Plant Disease. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-05-19-0979-PDN.
Sampling for estimating Frankliniella species flower thrips and orius species predators in field experiments - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Funderburk, J., Martini, X., Freeman, J., Strzyzewski, I., Traczyk, E., Skarlinsky, T., Adkins, S.T. 2019. Sampling for estimating Frankliniella species flower thrips and orius species predators in field experiments. Journal of Visualized Experiments. (149), e59869. https://doi.org/10.3791/59869.
Complete genome segment sequences of Tomato chlorotic spot virus from peanut in Haiti - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adegbola, R.O., Kemerait, R.C., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R.A. 2019. Complete genome segment sequences of Tomato chlorotic spot virus from peanut in Haiti. Microbiology Resource Announcements. 8:e00306-19. https://doi.org/10.1128/MRA.00306-19.
Assessing the temporal effects of Squash vein yellowing virus infection on settling and feeding behavior of Bemisia tabaci (MEAM1) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Shrestha, D., McAuslane, H.J., Ebert, T.A., Cervantes, F.A., Adkins, S.T., Smith, H.A., Dufault, N., Webb, S.E. 2019. Assessing the temporal effects of Squash vein yellowing virus infection on settling and feeding behavior of Bemisia tabaci (MEAM1) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae). Journal of Insect Science. 19(3):5. https://doi.org/10.1093/jisesa/iez036.
Taxonomy of the order Bunyavirales: update 2019 - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Abudurexiti, A., Adkins, S.T., Alioto, D. et al. 2019. Taxonomy of the order Bunyavirales: update 2019. Archives of Virology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-019-04253-6.
Evaluation of a push-pull system for the management of Frankliniella species (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) in tomato - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tyler-Julian, K., Funderburk, J., Srivastava, M., Olson, S., Adkins, S.T. 2018. Evaluation of a push-pull system for the management of Frankliniella species (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) in tomato. Insects. 9(4):187. https://doi.org/10.3390/insects9040187.
Taxonomy of the order Bunyavirales: second update 2018 - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Maes, P., Adkins, S.T., Alkhovsky, S.V. et al. 2019. Taxonomy of the order Bunyavirales: second update 2018. Archives of Virology. 164(3):927-941. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-018-04127-3.
First report of cucurbit leaf crumple virus infecting three cucurbit crops in South Carolina - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Keinath, A.P., Ling, K., Adkins, S.T., Hasegawa, D.K., Simmons, A.M., Hoak, S., Mellinger, C., Kousik, C.S. 2018. First report of cucurbit leaf crumple virus infecting three cucurbit crops in South Carolina. Plant Health Progress. 19:322-323. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-07-18-0039-BR.
World management of geminiviruses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rojas, M.R., Macedo, M.A., Maliano, M.R., Soto-Aguilar, M., Souza, J.O., Briddon, R.W., Kenyon, L.A., Rivera Bustamante, R.F., Zerbini, M.F., Adkins, S.T., Legg, J.P., Kvarnheden, A., Wintermantel, W.M., Sudarshana, M.R., Peterschmitt, M., Lapidot, M., Martin, D.P., Moriones, E., Inoue-Nagata, A.K., Gilbertson, R.L. 2018. World management of geminiviruses. Annual Review of Phytopathology. 56:637-677. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-phyto-080615-100327.
Broad resistance to U.S. powdery mildew isolates in newly developed watermelon germplasm lines - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Mandal, M.K>, Ikerd, J., Adkins, S., and Turechek, W.W. 2018. Broad resistance to U.S. powdery mildew isolates in newly developed watermelon germplasm lines. (Abstr.) Phytopathology 108:S1.173. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-108-10-S1.1
Powdery mildew resistant bottle gourd germplasm lines: USVL351-PMR and USVL482-PMR - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Ikerd, J.L., Mandal, M., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W. 2018. Powdery mildew resistant bottle gourd germplasm lines: USVL351-PMR and USVL482-PMR. HortScience. 53(8):1224-1227. https://doi.org/10.21273/HORTSCI13067-18.
First report of Cactus virus X in Hylocereus undatus (dragon fruit) in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gazis, R., Poudel, B., Dey, K.K., Zhang, S., Palmateer, A., Campoverde, V.E., Baker, C.A., Adkins, S.T. 2018. First report of Cactus virus X in Hylocereus undatus (dragon fruit) in Florida. Plant Disease. 102:2666. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-05-18-0725-PDN.
Biological and genomic characterization of a novel Tobamovirus infecting Hoya spp. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., D'Elia, T., Fillmer, K., Pongam, P., Baker, C. 2018. Biological and genomic characterization of a novel Tobamovirus infecting Hoya spp.. Plant Disease. 102(12):2571-2577. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-04-18-0667-RE.
Watermelon germplasm lines: USVL608-PMR, USVL255-PMR, USVL313-PMR and USVL585-PMR with broad resistance to powdery mildew - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Ikerd, J.L., Mandal, M., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W. 2018. Watermelon germplasm lines: USVL608-PMR, USVL255-PMR, USVL313-PMR and USVL585-PMR with broad resistance to powdery mildew. HortScience. 53(8):1212-1217. https://doi.org/10.21273/HORTSCI12979-18.
Using tobamoviruses for phylogenetic instruction in undergraduate biology courses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fillmer, K., Adkins, S.T., Pongam, P., D'Elia, T. 2018. Using tobamoviruses for phylogenetic instruction in undergraduate biology courses. Journal of Microbiology and Biology Education. https://doi.org/10.1128/jmbe.v19i2.1519.
Managing thrips and tospoviruses in tomato - ()
Funderburk, J., Adkins, S.T., Freeman, J., Hutton, S., Stansly, P., Smith, H., Mcavoy, G., Snodgrass, C., Paret, M., Leppla, N. 2018. Managing thrips and tospoviruses in tomato. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). ENY-859.
El virus de la mancha clorótica del tomate: Tomato chlorotic spot virus (TCSV) - ()
Estevez De Jensen, C., Ramirez, A.L., Adkins, S.T. 2018. El virus de la mancha clorótica del tomate: Tomato chlorotic spot virus (TCSV). Experiment Station Bulletins. http://sistemas.eea.uprm.edu/clinica.
Emerging viruses in Florida and the Caribbean - (Abstract Only)
Predicting the presence of whiteflies and tomato yellow leaf curl virus in Florida tomato fields - (Abstract Only)
Characterization of two biologically distinct variants of Tomato spotted wilt virus - (Abstract Only)
Emergence of a resistance breaking TSWV strain in tomato in California - (Abstract Only)
First report of Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus in cucurbits in Georgia, United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gadhave, K., Dutta, B., Coolong, T., Sparks, A., Adkins, S.T., Srinivasan, R. 2018. First report of Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus in cucurbits in Georgia, United States. Plant Health Progress. 19:9-10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1094/PHP-03-17-0016-BR.
Integrating local lesion assays with conventional RT-PCR for detection of interspecies tospovirus reassortants and mixed tospovirus infections - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tantiwanich, Y., Chiemsombat, P., Naidu, R., Adkins, S.T. 2018. Integrating local lesion assays with conventional RT-PCR for detection of interspecies tospovirus reassortants and mixed tospovirus infections. Plant Disease. 102:715-719.
Tospovirus-resistant tomato varieties for southern Florida - ()
Wente, R., Hutton, S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Funderburk, J. 2017. Tospovirus-resistant tomato varieties for southern Florida. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). HS-1311.
First report of Tuberose mild mottle virus infecting tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa) in the USA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dey, K., Melzer, M., Li, C., Xiaoan, S., Adkins, S.T. 2018. First report of Tuberose mild mottle virus infecting tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa) in the USA. Plant Disease. 102(2):461. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-07-17-1024-PDN.
First report of tuberose mild mottle virus infecting tuberose (Polianthes tuberose) in the USA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dey, K., Melzer, M., Li, C., Xiaoan, S., Adkins, S.T. 2018. First report of tuberose mild mottle virus infecting tuberose (Polianthes tuberose) in the USA. Plant Disease. 102(2): 461. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-07-17-1024-PDN.
ICTV virus taxonomy profile: Virgaviridae - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adams, M., Adkins, S.T., Bragard, C., Gilmer, D., Li, D., Macfarlane, S., Wong, S., Melcher, U., Ratti, C., Ryu, K. 2017. ICTV Virus Taxonomy Profile: Virgaviridae. Journal of General Virology. 98,1999-2000, 10.1099/JGV.0.000884.
Tomato chlorotic spot virus Identified in Marsdenia floribunda in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dey, K., Melzer, M., Xiaoan, S., Adkins, S.T. 2017. Tomato chlorotic spot virus Identified in Marsdenia floribunda in Florida. Plant Health Progress. 18:144-145. doi:10.1094/PHP-05-17-0030-BR.
Host-mediated effects of semipersistently transmitted Squash vein yellowing virus on sweetpotato whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) behavior and fitness - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Shrestha, D., McAuslane, H., Adkins, S.T., Smith, H., Dufault, N., Colee, J., Webb, S. 2017. Host-mediated effects of semipersistently transmitted Squash vein yellowing virus on sweetpotato whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) behavior and fitness. Journal of Economic Entomology. pp. 1-9. doi:10.1093/jee/tox161.
First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) and purslane (Portulaca oleracea) in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Raid, R., Allingham, J., Funderburk, J., Skarlinsky, T., Hutton, S., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T. 2017. First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) and purslane (Portulaca oleracea) in Florida. Plant Health Progress. 18:126-128. doi:10.1094/PHP-04-17-0027-BR.
Current status of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in Florida and the Caribbean - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Hutton, S., Estevez De Jensen, C., Funderburk, J., Turechek, W. 2017. Current status of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in Florida and the Caribbean. American Phytopathological Society Abstracts. https://apsnet.confex.com/apsnet/2017/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/5196.
A new Potyvirus found in Dioscorea bulbifera in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Dey, K., Melzer, M., Kerr, C., Li, C., Xiaoan, S., Adkins, S.T. 2017. A new Potyvirus found in Dioscorea bulbifera in Florida. American Phytopathological Society Abstracts. https://apsnet.confex.com/apsnet/2017/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/5341.
Viruses of ornamentals emerging in Florida and the Caribbean region - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A., Warfield, C.Y., Estevez De Jensen, C., Badillo-Vargas, I., Webster, C.G., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Funderburk, J.E., Rayapati, N. 2018. Viruses of ornamentals emerging in Florida and the Caribbean region. Acta Horticulturae. 1193:17-20.
First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in non-solanaceous weeds erect spiderling (Boerhavia erecta) and asian spiderflower (Cleome viscosa), and sweet chili pepper (Capsicum chinense) in Puerto Rico - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Esteves De Jensen, C., Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Turechek, W., Hutton, S.F., Funderburk, J.E., Naidu, R.A., Adkins, S.T. 2017. First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in non-solanaceous weeds erect spiderling (Boerhavia erecta) and asian spiderflower (Cleome viscosa), and sweet chili pepper (Capsicum chinense) in Puerto Rico. Plant Health Progress. 18:17-18. doi:10.1094/PHP-12-16-0072-BR.
Squash vein yellowing virus - ()
Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Kousik, C.S. 2017. Squash vein yellowing virus. American Phytopathological Society. 2017:149-151.
Cucumber vein yellowing virus - ()
Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S. 2017. Cucumber vein yellowing virus. American Phytopathological Society. 2017:143-144.
An efficient and high fidelity method for amplification, cloning and sequencing of complete tospovirus genomic RNA segments - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Marshall, S.H., Adegbola, R.O., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R.A. 2017. An efficient and high fidelity method for amplification, cloning and sequencing of complete tospovirus genomic RNA segments. Journal of Virological Methods. 242:22-26.
Western flower thrips can transmit Tomato spotted wilt virus from virus-infected tomato fruits - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Szostek, S.A., Rodriguez, P., Sanchez, J., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R.A. 2017. Western flower thrips can transmit Tomato spotted wilt virus from virus-infected tomato fruits. Plant Health Progress. 18(1)1-6. doi:10.1094/PHP-RS-16-0057.
First report of a resistance-breaking strain of Tomato spotted wilt virus infecting tomatoes with the Sw-5 tospovirus-resistance gene in California - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Batuman, O., Turini, T.A., Oliveira, P.V., Rojas, M.R., Macedo, M., Mellinger, H.C., Adkins, S.T., Gilbertson, R.L. 2017. First report of a resistance-breaking strain of Tomato spotted wilt virus infecting tomatoes with the Sw-5 tospovirus-resistance gene in California. Plant Disease. 101(4):637. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-09-16-1371-PDN.
Development and evaluation of ELISA and qRT-PCR for identification of Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbits - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Li, W., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2017. Development and evaluation of ELISA and qRT-PCR for identification of Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbits. Plant Disease. 101(1):178-185. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-06-16-0872-RE.
Thrips-transmitted Viruses Infect a Number of Florida Crops - ()
Kakkar, G., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2016. Thrips-transmitted Viruses Infect a Number of Florida Crops. University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service Institute of Food and Agriculture Science. Panhandle Ag e-news:1-6.
Tospo-Resistant Variety Outlook for South Florida - (Proceedings)
Hutton, S.F., Adkins, S., Funderburk, J., Turechek, W. 2016. Tospo-Resistant Variety Outlook for South Florida. 2016 Florida Tomato Institute Proceedings. PRO 532:6-7.
Zucchini tigré mosaic virus infection of cucurbits in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webb, S., Badillo-Vargas, I., Purcifull, D., Hiebert, E., Baker, C., Funderburk, J., Adkins, S.T. 2016. Zucchini tigré mosaic virus infection of cucurbits in Florida. Plant Disease. 100(12):2540. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-05-16-0660-PDN.
Transmission of squash vein yellowing virus to and from cucurbit weeds and effects on sweetpotato whitefly (hemiptera: aleyrodidae) behavior Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Shrestha, D., Mcauslane, H., Adkins, S.T., Smith, H.A., Dufault, N., Webb, S.E. 2016. Transmission of squash vein yellowing virus to and from cucurbit weeds and effects on sweetpotato whitefly (hemiptera: aleyrodidae) behavior. Environmental Entomology. 45(4): 967-973. https://doi.org/10.1093/ee/nvw086.
Western flower thrips can transmit Tomato spotted wilt virus from infected tomato fruits - (Abstract Only)
The complete nucleotide sequence and genomic characterization of tropical soda apple mosaic virus Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fillmer, K., Adkins, S.T., Pongam, P., D'Elia, T. 2016. The complete nucleotide sequence and genomic characterization of tropical soda apple mosaic virus. Archives of Virology. 161:2317. doi: 10.1007/s00705-016-2888-6.
Tospoviruses and Thrips and Integrated Resistance Management Strategies in Pepper in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Management of diseases caused by thrips-transmitted tospoviruses in subsistence agriculture: the case of Peanut bud necrosis virus in India - (Abstract Only)
First report of the natural occurrence of tomato chlorotic spot virus in peanuts in Haiti Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adegbola, R., Fulmer, A., Williams, B., Brenneman, T., Kemerait, R., Sheard, W., Woodward, J., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R. 2016. First report of the natural occurrence of tomato chlorotic spot virus in peanuts in Haiti. Plant Disease. 100(8):1797. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-01-16-0070-PDN.
Genomic and biological characterization of Tomato necrotic streak virus, a novel subgroup 2 ilarvirus infecting tomato in Florida Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Baker, C.A., Turechek, W., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2016. Genomic and biological characterization of Tomato necrotic streak virus, a novel subgroup 2 ilarvirus infecting tomato in Florida. Plant Disease. 100(6):1046-1053. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-12-15-1437-RE.
Role of the insect supervectors Bemisia tabaci and Frankliniella occidentalis in the emergence and global spread of plant viruses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gilbertson, R.L., Batuman, O., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2015. Role of the insect supervectors Bemisia tabaci and Frankliniella occidentalis in the emergence and global spread of plant viruses. . 2:67-93. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-virology-031413-085410.
First report of Squash vein yellowing virus in watermelon in Guatemala - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jeyaprakash, A., Baker, C.E., Schubert, T.S., Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Roberts, P.D., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2015. First report of Squash vein yellowing virus in watermelon in Guatemala. Plant Health Progress. 16(3):113-114.. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-BR-15-0019.
First report of Squash vein yellowing virus in watermelon in Guatemala - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jeyaprakash, A.A., Baker, C.A., Schubert, T.S., Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Roberts, P.D., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2015. First report of Squash vein yellowing virus in watermelon in Guatemala. Plant Health Progress. 16(3):113-114. doi: 10.1094/PHP-BR-15-0019.
Complete genome sequence of Tomato mosaic virus isolated from jasmine in the United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fillmer, K., Adkins, S.T., Pongam, P., D'Elia, T. 2015. Complete genome sequence of Tomato mosaic virus isolated from jasmine in the United States. Genome Announcements. 3(4):e00706-15. doi: 10.1128/genomeA.00706-15.
Vegetable viruses emerging in Florida and the Caribbean region - (Abstract Only)
First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in scarlet eggplant (Solanum aethiopicum) and American black nightshade (Solanum americanum) in the United States Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Roe, N., Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2015. First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in scarlet eggplant (Solanum aethiopicum) and American black nightshade (Solanum americanum) in the United States. Plant Disease. Available: http://dx.doi.org10/1094/PDIS-04-15-0385-PDN.
New ilarvirus species in south Florida tomatoes - ()
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A., Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Turechek, W., Funderburk, J.E. 2015. New ilarvirus species in south Florida tomatoes. The Berry Vegetable Time. 15(2):8.
Emerging tomato viruses in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Tospovirus emergence, interspecific reassortment and mixed infections in North America - (Abstract Only)
Tomato necrotic streak virus, a novel subgroup 2 ilarvirus - (Abstract Only)
An update on sequence diversity of Impatiens necrotic spot virus - (Abstract Only)
Dynamics of genetic diversity of Tomato spotted wilt virus in the United States - (Abstract Only)
Necrotic streak disease of tomato in Florida caused by a new ilarvirus species related to Tulare apple mosaic virus Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A., Badillo-Vargas, I.E., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Roe, N., Funderburk, J.E. 2015. Necrotic streak disease of tomato in Florida caused by a new ilarvirus species related to Tulare apple mosaic virus. New Disease Reports. 31:16.
Population dyanamics of Frankliniella bispinosa (Thysanopatera: Thripidae) and the predator Orius insidiosus (Hemiptera: Anthocoridae) as influenced by flower color of Lagerstroemia (Lythraceae) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Funderburk, C., Funderburk, J.E., Tyler-Julian, K., Srivistava, M., Knox, G., Andersen, P., Adkins, S.T. 2015. Population dyanamics of Frankliniella bispinosa (Thysanopatera: Thripidae) and the predator Orius insidiosus (Hemiptera: Anthocoridae) as influenced by flower color of Lagerstroemia (Lythraceae). Environmental Entomology. 44(3):668-679.
Detection and characterization of tomato viruses: A case study of emerging tospoviruses in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Mellinger, H.C., Frantz, G., Turechek, W., Mcavoy, E., Reitz, S.R., Funderburk, J.E. 2015. Detection and characterization of tomato viruses: A case study of emerging tospoviruses in Florida. Acta Horticulturae. 1069: 83-85.
A stimulo-deterrent method of thrips and Tomato spotted wilt virus management in tomatoes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tyler-Julian, K.A., Funderburk, J.E., Olson, S.M., Paret, M.L., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2015. A stimulo-deterrent method of thrips and Tomato spotted wilt virus management in tomatoes. Acta Horticulturae. 1069:251-258.
Investigation on the phytosanitary status of major ornamental hibiscus species in Italy to assess virus infection - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tomassoli, L., Manglli, A., Tiberini, A., Adkins, S.T. 2015. Investigation on the phytosanitary status of major ornamental hibiscus species in Italy to assess virus infection. Acta Horticulturae. 1072:29-35.
New thrips-transmitted plant viruses in Florida crops - ()
Funderburk, J.E., Adkins, S.T. 2015. New thrips-transmitted plant viruses in Florida crops. University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service Institute of Food and Agriculture Science. 2:1-4.
Complete genome sequence of a Tomato mottle mosaic virus isolate from the United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fillmer, K., Adkins, S.T., Pongam, P., D'Elia, T. 2015. Complete genome sequence of a Tomato mottle mosaic virus isolate from the United States. Genome Announcements. 3(2):e00167-15. doi: 10.1128/genomeA.00167-15.
Thrips-vectored tospoviruses in south Florida - ()
Adkins, S.T., Funderburk, J.E. 2015. Thrips-vectored tospoviruses in south Florida. The Berry Vegetable Time. Winter 2015:6-7.
First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in Hoya wayetii and Schlumbergera truncata Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C.A., Adkins, S.T. 2015. First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in Hoya wayetii and Schlumbergera truncata. Plant Health Progress. 16(1):29-30. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-BR-14-0043.
Managing thrips and tospoviruses in tomato - ()
Funderburk, J., Adkins, S.T., Freeman, J., Stansly, P., Smith, H., Mcavoy, G., Demirozer, O., Snodgrass, C., Paret, M., Leppla, N. 2015. Managing thrips and tospoviruses in tomato. University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service Institute of Food and Agriculture Science. ENY859.
First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus on annual vinca (Catharanthus roseus) in the United States Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Warfield, C.Y., Clemens, K., Adkins, S.T. 2015. First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus on annual vinca (Catharanthus roseus) in the United States. Plant Disease. 99(6):895. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-12-14-1269-PDN.
Influence of insecticides and reflective mulch on watermelon vine decline caused by squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV) Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Webster, C.G., Stansly, P.A., Roberts, P.D. 2015. Influence of insecticides and reflective mulch on watermelon vine decline caused by squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV). Plant Health Progress. 16:43-48.
Emergence of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus in Vegetables in Florida and the Southeastern United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Frantz, G., Reitz, S.R., Funderburk, J.E., Mellinger, H.C., Mcavoy, E., Turechek, W., Marshall, S.H., Tantiwanich, Y., Mcgrath, M.T., Daughtrey, M.L., Adkins, S.T. 2015. Emergence of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus in Vegetables in Florida and the Southeastern United States. Phytopathology. 105:388-398. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-06-14-0172-R.
Host specificity testing and examination for plant pathogens reveals that the gall-forming psyllid, Calophya latiforceps (Hemiptera: Calophyidae), is safe to release for biological control of Schinus terebinthifolia - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Diaz, R., Manrique, V., Munyaneza, J.E., Sengoda, V.G., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P., Overholt, W.A. 2015. Host specificity testing and examination for plant pathogens reveals that the gall-forming psyllid, Calophya latiforceps (Hemiptera: Calophyidae), is safe to release for biological control of Schinus terebinthifolia. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata. 154:1-14.
Spiranthes Mosaic Virus 3 and Bidens Mottle Virus,Two Potyviruses Detected in Phlox divaricata - ()
Baker, C.A., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2014. Spiranthes Mosaic Virus 3 and Bidens Mottle Virus,Two Potyviruses Detected in Phlox divaricata. Extension Fact Sheets. 414.
Viruses infecting Passiflora species in Florida - ()
Baker, C.A., Jeyaprakash, A., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2014. Viruses infecting Passiflora species in Florida. Plant Pathology. October 2014:415.
First report of tomato mottle mosaic virus infecting tomato in the United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rosskopf, E.N., Lucas, L., Mellinger, H., Adkins, S.T. 2014. First report of tomato mottle mosaic virus infecting tomato in the United States. Plant Health Progress. 15:151-152.
Spatial and temporal analysis of squash vein yellowing virus infections In watermelon Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2014. Spatial and temporal analysis of squash vein yellowing virus infections In watermelon. Plant Disease. 98(12):1671-1680. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-10-13-1094-RE.
Tomato Chlorotic Spot Virus - ()
Estevez de Jensen, C.E., Rodrigues, J.C., Adkins, S.T., Iluch, A.R. 2014. Tomato Chlorotic Spot Virus. Extension Fact Sheets.
First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in lettuce in Puerto Rico - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Estevez De Jensen, C., Adkins, S.T. 2014. First report of Tomato chlorotic spot virus in lettuce in Puerto Rico. Plant Disease. 98:1015.
Detection of Papaya ringspot virus type W infecting the cucurbit weed Cucumis melo var. dudaim in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tantiwanich, Y., Baker, C.A., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T. 2014. Detection of Papaya ringspot virus type W infecting the cucurbit weed Cucumis melo var. dudaim in Florida. Plant Health Progress. 15(1):29-30. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-BR-13-0126.
First report of vine decline of mature watermelon plants caused by Olpidium bornovanus Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Stanghellini, M.E., Mohammadi, M., Mathews, D.M., Adkins, S.T. 2014. First report of vine decline of mature watermelon plants caused by Olpidium bornovanus. Plant Disease. 98:852. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-11-13-1123-PDN.
Phytophthora fruit rot-resistant watermelon germplasm lines: USVL489-PFR, USVL782-PFR, USVL203-PFR, and USVL020-PFR - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Ling, K., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W. 2014. Phytophthora fruit rot-resistant watermelon germplasm lines: USVL489-PFR, USVL782-PFR, USVL203-PFR, and USVL020-PFR. HortScience. 49:101-104.
Production of Brugmansia plants free of Colombian datura virus by in vitro ribavirin chemotherapy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Niedz, R.P., Hyndman, S.E., Chellemi, D.O., Adkins, S.T. 2013. Production of Brugmansia plants free of Colombian datura virus by in vitro ribavirin chemotherapy. ARPN Journal of Agricultural and Biological Science. 8(11):751-755.
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Reprint Icon - ()
Adkins, S.T. 2013. Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus. Plant Management Network. 10.
Importance of Rootstock and Scion Tomato Mosaic Virus Resistance for Grafting Heirloom Tomatoes - (Proceedings)
Further Insights Into The Epidemiology And Monitoring Practices Of Tomato Viruses - (Proceedings)
Turechek, W., Kim, J., Webster, C.G., Russo, J., Mellinger, H.C., Frantz, G., Lucas, L., McAvoy, E., Adkins, S.T. 2013. Further Insights Into The Epidemiology And Monitoring Practices Of Tomato Viruses. Tomato Institute. pp. 15-16.
The use of latent class analysis to estimate the sensitivities and specificities of diagnostic tests for Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbit species when there is no gold standard Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Turechek, W., Webster, C.G., Duan, J., Roberts, P., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2013. The use of latent class analysis to estimate the sensitivities and specificities of diagnostic tests for Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbit species when there is no gold standard. Phytopathology. 103(12):1243-1251. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHYTO-03-13-0071-R.
First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in tomato, pepper and jimsonweed in Puerto Rico - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Estevez De Jensen, C., Rivera-Vargas, L.I., Rodrigues, J.S., Mercado, W., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Adkins, S.T. 2013. First report of tomato chlorotic spot virus in tomato, pepper and jimsonweed in Puerto Rico. Plant Health Progress. https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-2013-0812-01-BR.
First report of Squash vein yellowing virus affecting watermelon in Puerto Rico - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Acevedo, V., Rodriques, J.C., Estevez De Jensen, C., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T., Wessel-Beaver, L. 2013. First report of Squash vein yellowing virus affecting watermelon in Puerto Rico. Plant Disease. 97(11):1516. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-03-13-0322-PDN.
Implications Of Host Plant Resistance Against Whitefly-Transmitted Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus In Tomato For Virus Epidemics And Management - (Abstract Only)
Srinivasan, R., Barman, A., Riley, D., Adkins, S.T. 2013. Implications Of Host Plant Resistance Against Whitefly-Transmitted Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus In Tomato For Virus Epidemics And Management. American Phytopathological Society Abstracts. 103: No. 6, 137-138.
Emergence and impact of two tospoviruses in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Mcavoy, E., Funderburk, J., Adkins, S.T. 2013. Emergence and impact of two tospoviruses in Florida. American Phytopathology Society. 1:1.
Squash vein yellowing virus infection of vining cucurbits and the vine decline response - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Turechek, W.W., Webb, S.E., Roberts, P.D., Adkins, S.T. 2013. Squash vein yellowing virus infection of vining cucurbits and the vine decline response. Plant Disease. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-01-13-0076-RE.
Physiological effects of Squash vein yellowing virus infection on watermelon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Mccollum, T.G., Albano, J.P., Kousik, C.S., Baker, C.A., Webster, C.G., Roberts, P.D., Webb, S.E., Turechek, W. 2013. Physiological effects of Squash vein yellowing virus infection on watermelon. Plant Disease. 97(9):1137-1148. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-01-13-0075-RE.
Development and field evaluation of multiple virus-resistant bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ling, K., Levi, A., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Miller, G., Hassell, R.L., Keinath, A.P. 2013. Development and field evaluation of multiple virus-resistant bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria). Plant Disease. 97:1057-1062.
Ecology and Management of Whitefly-Transmitted Vegetable Viruses in the Southeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T. 2012. Ecology and Management of Whitefly-Transmitted Vegetable Viruses in the Southeastern United States. Meeting Abstract. 1:1.
392291-VDR, a watermelon germplasm line with resistance to Squash vein yellowing virus-caused watermelon vine decline - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Webster, C.G., Roberts, P. 2012. 392291-VDR, a watermelon germplasm line with resistance to Squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV)-caused watermelon vine decline (WVD). HortScience. 47(12):1805-1807.
Climate Change and Agriculture: Effects and Adaptation - ()
Walthall, C.L., Hatfield, J.L., Marshall, E., Lengnick, L., Backlund, P., Adkins, S.T., Ainsworth, E.A., Booker, F.L., Blumenthal, D.M., Bunce, J.A., Burkey, K.O., Dabney, S.M., Goodrich, D.C., Lewers, K.S., Nearing, M.A., Ort, D.R., Pettigrew, W.T., Polley, H.W., Rosskopf, E.N., Srygley, R.B., Ziska, L.H., Delgado, J.A., Funk, A.J., Glenn, D.M., Morgan, J.A., White, J.W., Timlin, D.J., Mcclung, A.M. 2013. Climate Change and Agriculture: Effects and Adaption. Washington, DC: USDA Technical Bulletin 1935. 186 p.
Grafting heirloom tomatoes for increased vigor and virus tolerance - (Proceedings)
Rosskopf, E.N., Burelle, N.K., Adkins, S.T., Hong, J.C., McKenzie, C.L., Gibbons, J., Roe, N. 2012. Grafting heirloom tomatoes for increased vigor and virus tolerance. Proceedings of International Research Conference on Methyl Bromide Alternatives. 55-1-55-2.
Impact of Climate Change on Plant Disease - ()
Groundnut ringspot virus and tomato spotted wilt virus – Tospoviruses in Florida - (Proceedings)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Mellinger, H.C., Frantz, G., Turechek, W., Mcavoy, E., Reitz, S.R., Funderburk, J. 2012. Groundnut ringspot virus and tomato spotted wilt virus – Tospoviruses in Florida. Tomato Institute. PRO 528:26-27.
Ipomoviruses: Squash vein yellowing virus, Cucumber vein yellowing virus, Cassava brown streak virus, and Ugandan cassava brown streak virus - ()
Investigation on the phytosanitary status of major ornamental hibiscus species in Italy to assess virus infection - (Abstract Only)
Manglli, A., Adkins, S.T., Tiberini, A., Tomassoli, L. 2012. Investigation on the phytosanitary status of major ornamental hibiscus species in Italy to assess virus infection. International Society for Horticultural Science Meeting. _.
Odontonema cuspidatum and Psychotria punctata, two new hosts of cucumber mosaic virus hosts identified in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Odontonema cuspidatum and Psychotria punctata, two new hosts of cucumber mosaic virus hosts identified in Florida. Plant Disease. 96(9):1384. https://doi.org/10.1094/PDIS-04-12-0419-PDN.
Effect of SqVYV-resistant pollenizers on development and spread of watermelon vine decline in seedless watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2012. Effect of SqVYV-resistant pollenizers on development and spread of watermelon vine decline in seedless watermelon. Phytopathology. 102:54-65.
Whitefly population dynamics and evaluation of whitefly-transmitted Tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV)-resistant tomato genotypes as whitefly and TYLCV reservoirs - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Srinivasan, R., Riley, D., Diffie, S., Sparks, A., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Whitefly population dynamics and evaluation of whitefly-transmitted Tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV)-resistant tomato genotypes as whitefly and TYLCV reservoirs. Journal of Economic Entomology. 105(4):1447-1456.
Use of latent class analysis to estimate the sensitivities and specificities of diagnostic tests for Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbits - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Use of latent class analysis to estimate the sensitivities and specificities of diagnostic tests for Squash vein yellowing virus in cucurbits. Phytopathology. 10:S4.122.
Differential acquisition and transmission of Florida Tomato spotted wilt virus isolates by Western flower thrips - (Abstract Only)
Reitz, S.R., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Differential acquisition and transmission of Florida Tomato spotted wilt virus isolates by Western flower thrips. American Phytopathology Society. _.
Virus movement within grafted watermelon plants - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R., Ling, K., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Virus movement within grafted watermelon plants. American Phytopathology Society. 102:S4.133.
Thrips transmission of a tospovirus reassortment - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Reitz, S.R., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H.C., Funderburk, J., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Thrips transmission of a tospovirus reassortment. American Phytopathology Society. _.
Development and evaluation of quanitative early monitoring techniques for Squash vein yellowing virus, the cause of watermelon vine decline - ()
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S. 2012. Development and evaluation of quanitative early monitoring techniques for Squash vein yellowing virus, the cause of watermelon vine decline. Vineline Magazine. Spring:38.
Evaluation of virus resistant rootstocks to manage watermelon vine decline and diseases caused by other potyviruses - ()
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Hassell, R., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S. 2012. Evaluation of virus resistant rootstocks to manage watermelon vine decline and diseases caused by other potyviruses. Vineline Magazine. Fall:41.
Progress and Challenges in Managing Watermelon Vine Decline caused by whitefly transmitted Squash Vein Yellowing Virus (SqVYV) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Webster, C.G., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Stansly, P.A., Roberts, P.D. 2013. Progress and Challenges in Managing Watermelon Vine Decline caused by whitefly transmitted Squash Vein Yellowing Virus (SqVYV). Israel Journal of Plant Science. 60(4):435-445.
Semipersistent whitefly transmission of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webb, S.E., Adkins, S.T., Reitz, S.R. 2012. Semipersistent whitefly transmission of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline. Plant Disease. 96:839-844.
Low genetic diversity of Squash vein yellowing virus in wild and cultivated cucurbits in the U.S. suggests a recent introduction - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T. 2011. Low genetic diversity of Squash vein yellowing virus in wild and cultivated cucurbits in the U.S. suggests a recent introduction. Virus Research. doi:10.1016/j.virusres.2011.11.017.
In vitro shoot growth of Brugmansia x candida Pers. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Niedz, R.P., Evens, T.J., Hyndman, S., Adkins, S., Chellemi, D.O. 2011. In vitro shoot growth of Brugmansia x candida Pers. Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants. 18:69-78.
First Report of Macrophomina phaseolina Causing Leaf and Stem Blight of Tropical Soda Apple in Florida. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Iriarte, F.B., Rosskopf, E.N., Hilf, M.E., Mccollum, T.G., Albano, J.P., Adkins, S.T. 2007. First Report of Macrophomina phaseolina Causing Leaf and Stem Blight of Tropical Soda Apple in Florida.. Plant Health Progress. doi:10.1094/PHP-2007-1115-01-BR.
The interactions of Tropical soda apple mosaic tobamovirus and Gratiana boliviana (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae), an introduced biological control agent of tropical soda apple (Solanum viarum) - (Abstract Only)
Overholt, W., Markle, L., Rosskopf, E.N., Manrique, V., Albano, J.P., Cave, E., Adkins, S.T. 2009. The interactions of Tropical soda apple mosaic tobamovirus and Gratiana boliviana (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae), an introduced biological control agent of tropical soda apple (Solanum viarum). Weed Science Society of America Meeting Abstracts.
Bromovirus - ()
Cheng Kao, C., Adkins, S.T. 2012. Bromovirus. The Springer Index of Viruses. 12:173-177.
Top 10 Plant Viruses in Molecular Plant Pathology - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Scholthof, K.G., Adkins, S.T., Czosnek, H., Palukaitis, P., Jacquot, E., Hohn, T., Hohn, B., Saunders, K., Candresse, T., Ahlquist, P., Hemenway, C., Foster, G.D. 2011. Top 10 Plant Viruses in Molecular Plant Pathology. Molecular Plant Pathology. 12:938-954.
Outbreak of powdery mildew on watermelon fruit caused by podosphera xanthii in southwest Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Donahoo, R.S., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P.D. 2011. Outbreak of powdery mildew on watermelon fruit caused by podosphera xanthii in southwest Florida. Plant Disease. 95:1586.
Groundnut Ringspot Virus in Florida - ()
Mcavoy, E., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Mellinger, C., Horsman, L., Frantz, G., Reitz, S.R., Zhang, S. 2011. Groundnut Ringspot Virus in Florida. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). 282.
Tracking disease and insect pests using Smartphone technology: a new approach for regional (and local) pest management - (Proceedings)
Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Mellinger, H.C., Frantz, G., Lucas, L. 2011. Tracking disease and insect pests using Smartphone technology: a new approach for regional (and local) pest management. Tomato Institute. Florida Tomato Institute Proceedings (PRO 527) pg. 15-16.
Expansion of Groundnut ringspot virus host and geographic ranges in solanaceous vegetables in peninsular Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Mellinger, C.H., Frantz, G., Roe, N., Yonce, H., Vallad, G.E., Adkins, S.T. 2011. Expansion of Groundnut ringspot virus host and geographic ranges in solanaceous vegetables in peninsular Florida. Plant Health Progress. DOI: 10.1094/PHP-2011-0725-01-BR.
Recommendations for Management of Whiteflies, Whitefly-transmitted viruses, and Insecticide Resistance for Production of Cucurbit Crops in Florida - ()
Webb, S., Schuster, D.J., Stansly, P., Polston, J.E., Adkins, S.T., Baker, C., Roberts, P., Liburd, O., Nyoike, T., Mcavoy, E., Whidden, A. 2011. Recommendations for Management of Whiteflies, Whitefly-transmitted viruses, and Insecticide Resistance for Production of Cucurbit Crops in Florida. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). 95:881.
First Report of Tomato chlorosis virus in Tomato in Georgia - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sundaraj, S., Srinivasan, R., Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T., Perry, K.L., Riley, D. 2011. First Report of Tomato chlorosis virus in Tomato in Georgia. Plant Disease. 95(7):881.
Ecology and management of whitefly-transmitted vegetable viruses in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Webb, S.E., Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Turechek, W. 2011. Ecology and management of whitefly-transmitted vegetable viruses in Florida. Virus Research. 159:110-114.
Solanaceous vegetables in Florida infected with a novel M RNA reassortant of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Reitz, S.R., Perry, K.L., Frantz, G., Mellinger, C.H. 2011. Solanaceous vegetables in Florida infected with a novel M RNA reassortant of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus. Legume Viruses Working Group Proceedings. Abstract.
A novel M RNA reassortant of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus infecting vegetables in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Reitz, S.R., Frantz, G., Mellinger, H., Perry, K.L., Adkins, S.T. 2011. A novel M RNA reassortant of Groundnut ringspot virus and Tomato chlorotic spot virus infecting vegetables in Florida. American Phytopathological Society. Abstract.
A natural M RNA reassortant arising from two distinct tospovirus species - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Reitz, S.R., Perry, K.L., Adkins, S.T. 2011. A natural M RNA reassortant arising from two distinct tospovirus species. American Society for Virology Meeting. 95:881.
Widespread occurrence and low genetic diversity of Colombian datura virus in Brugmansia suggest an anthropogenic role in virus selection and spread. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Chellemi, D.O., Webster, C.G., Baker, C.A., Annamalai, M., Achor, D., Adkins, S.T. 2011. Widespread occurrence and low genetic diversity of Colombian datura virus in Brugmansia suggest an anthropogenic role in virus selection and spread.. Plant Disease. 95:755-761.
A natural M RNA reassortant arising from two species of plant-and-insect-infecting bunyaviruses and comparison of its sequences and biological properties to parental species - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Reitz, S.R., Perry, K.L., Adkins, S.T. 2011. A natural M RNA reassortant arising from two species of plant-and-insect-infecting bunyaviruses and comparison of its sequences and biological properties to parental species. Virology. 413:216-225.
Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus detected in pigweed in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P., Rosskopf, E.N., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T. 2011. Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus detected in pigweed in Florida. Plant Disease. 95(3):360.
Effect of reflective mulch and insecticidal treatments on development of watermelon vine decline caused by squash vein yellowing virus - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. Effect of reflective mulch and insecticidal treatments on development of watermelon vine decline caused by squash vein yellowing virus. Cucurbitaceae 2010 Proceedings. J.A. Thies, C.S. Kousik and A. Levi (eds.) pp. 237-239. 2010. (Proceedings)
Epidemiology and Association of Four Insect-Vectored Viruses in Florida Watermelon - (Proceedings)
Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Stansly, P., Roberts, P., Kousik, C.S. 2010. Epidemiology and Association of Four Insect-Vectored Viruses in Florida Watermelon. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 208-209.
Responses of various vining cucurbits to Squash vein yellowing virus infection - (Proceedings)
Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P., Webb, S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Responses of various vining cucurbits to Squash vein yellowing virus infection. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 214-215.
Physiological effects induced by Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida - (Proceedings)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Mccollum, T.G., Albano, J.P., Turechek, W., Roberts, P., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Kousik, C.S. 2010. Physiological effects induced by Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 194-195.
Effect of Reflective Plastic Mulch and Insecticide Sprays on Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida, 2009 - ()
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2010. Effect of Reflective Plastic Mulch and Insecticide Sprays on Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida, 2009. Plant Disease Management Reports. 4:V149.
Groundnut ringspot virus detected infecting tomato in south Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Adkins, S.T., Perry, K., Lu, X., Horsman, L., Frantz, G., Mellinger, C. 2010. Groundnut ringspot virus detected infecting tomato in south Florida. Pest Alert. http://entomology.ifas.ufl.edu/pestalert/groundnut_ringspot.htm
Distribution of Four Viruses in Single and Mixed Infections Within Infected Watermelon Plants in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Distribution of Four Viruses in Single and Mixed Infections Within Infected Watermelon Plants in Florida. Phytopathology. 100:1194-1203.
Greenhouse and Field Evaluation of Multiple Virus Resistant Lagenaria siceraria Lines Potentially useful for Watermelon Rootstocks - (Proceedings)
Ling, K., Levi, A., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R., Keinath, A., Miller, G., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Greenhouse and Field Evaluation of Multiple Virus Resistant Lagenaria siceraria Lines Potentially useful for Watermelon Rootstocks. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. pp 308-310.
Rice ragged stunt virus segment S6-encoded nonstructural protein Pns6 complements cell-to-cell movement of Tobacco mosaic virus-based chimeric virus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wu, Z., Wu, J., Adkins, S.T., Xie, L., Li, W. 2010. Rice ragged stunt virus segment S6-encoded nonstructural protein Pns6 complements cell-to-cell movement of Tobacco mosaic virus-based chimeric virus. Virus Research. 152:176-179.
First report of Groundnut ringspot virus infecting tomato in south Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Webster, C.G., Perry, K., Lu, X., Horsman, L., Frantz, G., Mellinger, C., Adkins, S.T. 2010. First report of Groundnut ringspot virus infecting tomato in south Florida. Plant Health Progress. doi:10.1094/PHP-2010-0707-01-BR.
Insights into common functional domains of tospovirus NSm proteins - (Abstract Only)
Li, W., Lewandoski, D.J., Hilf, M.E., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Insights into common functional domains of tospovirus NSm proteins. Phytopathology. 100 (No. 6, supplement):S70.
Development of ELISA and qPCR for Squash vein yellowing virus detection - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Li, W., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Development of ELISA and qPCR for Squash vein yellowing virus detection. Phytopathology. 100 (No. 6, supplement):S134
Identification of Groundnut ringspot virus in tomato in south Florida - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Horsman, L., Frantz, G., Mellinger, C., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Identification of Groundnut ringspot virus in tomato in south Florida. Phytopathology. 100 (No. 6, supplement):S134
Epidemiological Analysis of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon in Experimental Fields in Southwest Florida - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Webster, C.G., Stansly, P., Roberts, P., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Epidemiological Analysis of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon in Experimental Fields in Southwest Florida. International Plant Virus Epidemiology Symposium.
Integrating Sunflower Oil Seed Crops into Florida Horticultural Production Systems - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Chellemi, D.O., Von Wedel, R., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W. 2010. Integrating Sunflower Oil Seed Crops into Florida Horticultural Production Systems. Proceedings of Florida State Horticultural Society. 122:289-294.
Patterns of Virus Distribution in Single and Mixed Infections of Florida Watermelons - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Patterns of Virus Distribution in Single and Mixed Infections of Florida Watermelons. Phytopathology. doi:10.1094/PHYTO-01-10-0018.
Update on the watermelon vine decline virus and other whitefly-transmitted cucurbit viruses in Florida, and their effects on watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Mccollum, T.G., Albano, J.P., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P.D., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Turechek, W. 2010. Update on the watermelon vine decline virus and other whitefly-transmitted cucurbit viruses in Florida, and their effects on watermelon. HortScience. 45(4):510
Effects of the watermelon vine decline virus on vining cucurbit germplasm including wild cucurbits - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Turechek, W., Roberts, P., Webb, S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Effects of the watermelon vine decline virus on vining cucurbit germplasm including wild cucurbits. HortScience. 45(4):512
Patterns of Virus Distribution in Single and Mixed Infections of Florida Watermelons - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Patterns of Virus Distribution in Single and Mixed Infections of Florida Watermelons. HortScience. 45(4):511
New Taastrup-Like virus, Rhabdoviridae, lethal to leafhoppers - (Abstract Only)
Hunter, W.B., Adkins, S.T. 2010. New Taastrup-Like virus, Rhabdoviridae, lethal to leafhoppers [abstract]. Plant and Animal Genome XVIII Conference, January 9-13, 2010, San Diego, California. p. 18.
Surprising results from a search for effective disinfectants for Tobacco mosaic virus-contaminated tools - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lewandowski, D., Hayes, A.J., Adkins, S.T. 2010. Surprising results from a search for effective disinfectants for Tobacco mosaic virus-contaminated tools. Plant Disease. 94:5:542-550.
Review of Viral Watermelon Vine Decline: a New and Emerging Threat to Watermelon Production in Florida - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Webb, S.E., Stansly, P.A., Roberts, P.D., Baker, C.A. 2010. Review of Viral Watermelon Vine Decline: a New and Emerging Threat to Watermelon Production in Florida. Acta Horticulturae. (ISHS) 871.
Detection of three whitefly-transmitted viruses infecting the cucurbit weed, Cucumis melo var. dudaim, in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Webster, C.G., Baker, C.A., Weaver, R., Rosskopf, E.N., Turechek, W. 2009. Detection of three whitefly-transmitted viruses infecting the cucurbit weed, Cucumis melo var. dudaim, in Florida. Plant Health Progress. doi:10.1094/PHP-2009-1118-01-BR
IPM CRSP project on tospoviruses and thrips vectors in South and Southeast Asia - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Karthikeyan, G., Damayanthi, T., Kodetham, G., Riley, D.J., Naidu, R.A. 2009. IPM CRSP project on tospoviruses and thrips vectors in South and Southeast Asia. Thysanoptera International Conference Proceedings.
Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein domains involved in tubule formation,movement and symptoms - (Abstract Only)
Li, W., Lewandoski, D.J., Hilf, M.E., Adkins, S.T. 2009. Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein domains involved in tubule formation,movement and symptoms. Thysanoptera International Conference Proceedings.
MANAGING WHITEFLY VECTORS OF THREE CUCURBIT VIRUSES NEW TO FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Webb, S.E., Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S. 2009. Managing Whitefly Vectors of Three Cucurbit Viruses New to Florida. Phytopathology. 99:S171.
Epidemiological Analysis of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon in Experimental Fields in Southwest Florida - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Webster, C.G., Stansly, P.A. 2009. Epidemiological Analysis of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon in Experimental Fields in Southwest Florida. Phytopathology.
Symptoms and distribution of Squash vein yellowing virus in vining cucurbits - (Abstract Only)
Webster, C.G., Kousik, C.S., Turechek, W., Webb, S., Adkins, S.T. 2009. Symptoms and distribution of Squash vein yellowing virus in vining cucurbits. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting.
Characterization of Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein domains involved in tubule formation, movement and symptoms - (Abstract Only)
Li, W., Lewandowski, D.J., Hilf, M.E., Adkins, S.T. 2009. Characterization of Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein domains involved in tubule formation, movement and symptoms. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting.
VIRUS DISEASES - ()
Identification of domains of the Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein involved in tubule formation, movement and symptomatology - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Li, W., Lewandowski, D.J., Hilf, M.E., Adkins, S.T. 2009. Identification of domains of the Tomato spotted wilt virus NSm protein involved in tubule formation, movement and symptomatology. Virology. 390:110-121.
Watermelon vine decline and other whitefly-transmitted virus diseases of cucurbits in Florida - (Proceedings)
Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Webb, S.E., Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Baker, C.A. 2009. Watermelon vine decline and other whitefly-transmitted virus diseases of cucurbits in Florida. Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference. 20.
Cucurbit leaf crumple virus Identified in Common Bean in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Polston, J.E., Turechek, W. 2008. Cucurbit leaf crumple virus Identified in Common Bean in Florida. Plant Disease. 93:320.
Sources of Resistance in U.S. Plant Introductions to Watermelon Vine Decline Caused of Squash Vein Yellowing Virus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2009. Sources of Resistance in U.S. Plant Introductions to Watermelon Vine Decline Caused of Squash Vein Yellowing Virus. HortScience. 44:256-262.
Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of watermelon vine decline in Florida - ()
Baker, C., Webb, S., Adkins, S.T. 2008. Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of watermelon vine decline in Florida. Fla. Dept. of Agric. & Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, Plant Pathology Circular 407.
The interactions of Tropical soda apple mosaic tobamovirus and Gratiana boliviana (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae), an introduced biological control agent of tropical soda apple (Solanum viarum) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Overholt, W., Markle, L., Rosskopf, E.N., Manrique, V., Albano, J.P., Cave, E., Adkins, S.T. 2009. The interactions of Tropical soda apple mosaic tobamovirus and Gratiana boliviana (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae), an introduced biological control agent of tropical soda apple (Solanum viarum). Biological Control. 48:294-300.
Whitefly-transmitted viruses in cucurbits - ()
Vallad, G., Snodgrass, C., Adkins, S.T. 2008. White-fly transmitted viruses in cucurbits. The Berry Vegetable Time.
Use of Reflective Plastic Mulch and Insecticide Sprays to Manage Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida, 2007 - ()
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2008. Use of Reflective Plastic Mulch and Insecticide Sprays to Manage Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida, 2007. Plant Disease Management Reports. 2:V169.
Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida, USA – reservoirs, genome characterization and mixed infections - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Li, W., Hilf, M.E., Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Baker, C.A., Webb, S.E. 2008. Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida, USA – reservoirs, genome characterization and mixed infections. Legume Viruses Working Group Proceedings. 26.
Patterns of Multi-Virus Infections in Florida Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Stansly, P.A., Roberts, P.D. 2008. Patterns of Multi-Virus Infections in Florida Watermelon. Phytopathology. 98(6):S154
Identification of plant reservoirs and genome characterization of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Li, W., Hilf, M.E., Turechek, W., Kousik, C.S., Baker, C., Webb, S.E. 2008. Identification of plant reservoirs and genome characterization of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline in Florida. Phytopathology. 98(6):S10
Characteristics of whitefly transmission of Squash vein yellowing virus - (Abstract Only)
Webb, S.E., Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A. 2008. Characteristics of whitefly transmission of Squash vein yellowing virus. Phytopathology. 98:S167
Plant reservoirs of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline, and other whitefly-transmitted cucurbit viruses in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Turechek, W. 2008. Plant reservoirs of Squash vein yellowing virus, causal agent of viral watermelon vine decline, and other whitefly-transmitted cucurbit viruses in Florida. HortScience. 43(3)623
Patterns of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon at the Plant and Field Levels in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Stansly, P.A., Roberts, P.D. 2008. Patterns of Multi-Virus Infections of Watermelon at the Plant and Field Levels in Florida. HortScience. 43:623-624.
A review of ipomoviruses and watermelon vine decline caused by the newly-described and whitefly-transmitted squash vein yellowing virus - (Proceedings)
Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Roberts, P., Kousik, C.S., Stansly, P., Bruton, B.D., Achor, D., Muchovej, R., Baker, C. 2010. A review of ipomoviruses and watermelon vine decline caused by the newly-described and whitefly-transmitted squash vein yellowing virus. Bemisia International Workshop Proceedings.
Presence of P1b and absence of HC-Pro in Squash vein yellowing virus suggests a general feature of the genus Ipomovirus in the family Potyviridae - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Li, W., Hilf, M.E., Webb, S.E., Baker, C.A., Adkins, S.T. 2008. Presence of P1b and absence of HC-Pro in Squash vein yellowing virus suggests a general feature of the genus Ipomovirus in the family Potyviridae. Virus Research. 135:213-219.
Squash vein yellowing virus detection using nested polymerase chain reaction demonstrates Momordica charantia is a reservoir host - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Baker, C., Kousik, C.S. 2008. Squash vein yellowing virus detection using nested polymerase chain reaction demonstrates Momordica charantia is a reservoir host. Plant Disease. 92:1119-1123.
Management of Whitefly-Transmitted Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2008. Management of Whitefly-Transmitted Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida. Phytopathology. 98:S85.
Agronomic feasibility of sunflower as an oilseed cover crop for Florida vegetable production systems - (Proceedings)
Bidens mottle virus and Apium virus Y identified in Ammi majus in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C.A., Rosskopf, E.N., Irey, M.S., Jones, L., Adkins, S.T. 2008. Bidens mottle virus and Apium virus Y identified in Ammi majus in Florida. Plant Disease. 92:6:975.
Columbian datura virus re-emergence in Brugmansia spp. in the U.S. - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Chellemi, D.O., Annamalai, M., Baker, C. 2008. Columbian datura virus re-emergence in Brugmansia spp. in the U.S.. Virus Diseases of Ornamental Plants Symposium Proceedings.
Identification of three potyviruses in Ammi majus in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C., Jones, L., Irey, M., Rosskopf, E.N. 2008. Identification of three potyviruses in Ammi majus in Florida. Virus Diseases of Ornamental Plants Symposium Proceedings.
Effects of Silver Plastic Mulch and Chemical Treatments on Development of Whitefly-Transmitted Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W., Roberts, P.D. 2008. Effects of Silver Plastic Mulch and Chemical Treatments on Development of Whitefly-Transmitted Viral Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida. HortScience. 43(3):624.
Cucurbit leaf crumple virus detected in green beans in southwest Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Turechek, W. 2008. Cucurbit leaf crumple virus detected in green beans in southwest Florida. Pest Alert.
Detection of Cucurbit leaf crumple virus in Florida cucurbits - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Akad, F., Webb, S., Nyoike, T., Liburd, O., Turechek, W., Adkins, S.T., Polston, J. 2008. Detection of Cucurbit leaf crumple virus in Florida cucurbits. Plant Disease. 92:648.
Triple Threat for Cucurbits - ()
December Issue
Characterization of complete sequences of RNA 1 and RNA 2 of citrus variegation virus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Li, W., Adkins, S.T., Hilf, M.E. 2007. Characterization of complete sequences of RNA 1 and RNA 2 of citrus variegation virus. Archives of Virology. 153:385-388.
Tropical soda apple mosaic virus Identified in Solanum capsicoides in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Mcavoy, G., Rosskopf, E.N. 2007. Tropical soda apple mosaic virus Identified in Solanum capsicoides in Florida. Plant Disease. 91:1204
Management of watermelon vine decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Roberts, P., Stansly, P., Adkins, S.T., Bruton, B.D., Muchovej, R., Kousik, C.S. 2007. Management of watermelon vine decline in Florida. American Phytopathology Society.
Squash vein yellowing virus identified in watermelon in Indiana - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Egel, D., Adkins, S.T. 2007. Squash vein yellowing virus identified in watermelon in Indiana. Plant Disease. 91:1056.
BIDENS MOTTLE VIRUS IDENTIFIED IN TROPICAL SODA APPLE IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C.A., Kamenova, I., Adkins, S.T. 2007. Bidens mottle virus identified in tropical soda apple in florida. Plant Disease. 91:905.
Watermelon Vine Declines - ()
Egel, D., Adkins, S.T. 2007. Watermelon Vine Declines. Vegetable Grower.
Squash vein yellowing virus and its effects on watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Mccollum, T.G., Albano, J.P., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P., Baker, C., Webb, S. 2007. Squash vein yellowing virus and its effects on watermelon. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting.
Current status of tospoviruses in vegetable cropping systems in India - (Abstract Only)
Ravi, K., Bhanu, P.M., Poojari, S., Kunkalikar, S., Zehr, U., Riley, D., Adkins, S.T., Naidu, R. 2007. Current status of tospoviruses in vegetable cropping systems in India. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting.
Management of tobamoviruses in ornamental production - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Lewandowski, D. 2007. Management of tobamoviruses in ornamental production. American Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting.
Preliminary Evaluation of USDA Watermelon Core Collection for Tolerance to SqVYV, 2006 - ()
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T. 2007. Preliminary Evaluation of USDA Watermelon Core Collection for Tolerance to SqVYV, 2006. Plant Disease Management Reports. 1:V011.
Evaluation of Select USDA Watermelon Plant Introductions (PI) for Tolerance to Watermelon Vine Decline, 2006 - ()
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P.D. 2007. Evaluation of Select USDA Watermelon Plant Introductions (PI) for Tolerance to Watermelon Vine Decline, 2006. Plant Disease Management Reports. 1:V012.
Tolerance of select watermelon plant introductions (PI) to watermelon vine decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P.D. 2002. Tolerance of Select Watermelon Plant Introductions (PI) to Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida. HortScience. 42(3):453.
Evaluation of Commercial Watermelon Rootstocks for Tolerance to Phytophthora Blight and Watermelon Vine Decline - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P.D., Hassell, R. 2002. Evaluation of Commercial Watermelon Rootstocks for Tolerance to Phytophthora Blight and Watermelon Vine Decline. HortScience. 42(3):453.
Management of Whitefly Populations for the Control of Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Roberts, P.D., Stansly, P.A., Adkins, S.T., Kousik, C.S., Bruton, B.D. 2007. Management of Whitefly Populations for the Control of Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida. Phytopathology. 97:S182.
Potential Sources of Resistance in Watermelon Plant Introductions (PI) to Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Adkins, S.T., Roberts, P.D. 2007. Potential Sources of Resistance in Watermelon Plant Introductions (PI) to Watermelon Vine Decline in Florida. Phytopathology. 97:S59.
Research Update on Mature Watermelon Vine Decline in South Florida - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P.D., Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Stansly, P.A., Baker, C., Bruton, B.D., Muchovei, R., Achor, D., Whidden, A.L. 2006. Research Update on Mature Watermelon Vine Decline in South Florida. Proceedings of the North Carolina Vegetable Grower's Association. 2006 Year Book Volume VIII:55.
Tobacco ringspot virus found in the Cardboard Cycad, Zamia furfuracea, in Florida - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C.A., Adkins, S.T. 2007. Tobacco ringspot virus found in the Cardboard Cycad, Zamia furfuracea, in Florida. Plant Disease. 91:112.
Squash vein yellowing virus, a novel ipomovirus, isolated from squash and watermelon in Florida - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Achor, D., Kousik, C.S., Roberts, P.D., Baker, C.A. 2006. Squash vein yellowing virus, a novel ipomovirus, isolated from squash and watermelon in Florida. Bemisia International Workshop Proceedings.
IDENTIFICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF A NOVEL TOBAMOVIRUS FROM TROPICAL SODA APPLE IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Kamenova, I., Rosskopf, E.N., Lewandowski, D. 2007. Identification and characterization of a novel tobamovirus from tropical soda apple in Florida. Plant Disease. 91:287-293.
Whitefly Transmission of a New Virus Infecting Cucurbits in Florida - (Proceedings)
Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) transmitted Squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV): a component of Watermelon Vine Decline in South Florida. - (Abstract Only)
Roberts, P., Stansly, P.A., Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Baker, C., Bruton, B.D., Muchovej, R., Achor, D., Kousik, C.S., Whidden, A.L., Mcavoy, G., Gilreath, P. 2006. Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) transmitted Squash vein yellowing virus (SqVYV): a component of Watermelon Vine Decline in South Florida.. Bemisia International Workshop Proceedings. p. 72-73.
IDENTIFICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF A NOVEL WHITEFLY-TRANSMITTED MEMBER OF THE FAMILY POTYVIRIDAE ISOLATED FROM CUCURBITS IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Achor, D., Roberts, P., Baker, C. 2007. Identification and characterization of a novel whitefly-transmitted member of the family potyviridae isolated from cucurbits in florida. Phytopathology. 97:No. 2, 145-154.
TOSPOVIRUSES - ()
Chiemsombat, P., Adkins, S.T. 2006. Tospoviruses. Molecular Diagnosis of Plant Viruses.
NATURAL INFECTION OF VERBENA AND PHLOX BY A RECENTLY DESCRIBED MEMBER OF THE CARMOVIRUS GENUS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Assis Filho, F., Harness, A., Tifany, M., Gera, A., Spiegel, S., Adkins, S.T. 2006. NATURAL INFECTION OF VERBENA AND PHLOX BY A RECENTLY DESCRIBED MEMBER OF THE CARMOVIRUS GENUS. Plant Disease. 90:1115.
FIRST REPORT OF TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS IN TOMATILLO IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Momol, M., Dankers, H., Reitz, S.R., Olson, S. 2006. First report of tomato spotted wilt virus in tomatillo in florida. Plant Health Progress.
A NOVEL WHITEFLY-TRANSMITTED POTYVIRUS ISOLATED FROM CUCURBITS IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Webb, S., Achor, D., Baker, C. 2006. A novel whitefly-transmitted potyvirus isolated from cucurbits in Florida. Phytopathology. 96:S3.
PARTNERSHIPS FOR PROGRESS: INDIA-US COLLABORATION FOR INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT OF THRIPS-BORNE TOSPOVIRUSES IN VEGETABLE CROPPING SYSTEMS - (Abstract Only)
Naidu, R.A., Ravi, K.S., Adkins, S.T., Riley, D.J. 2006. Partnerships for progress: india-us collaboration for integrated management of thrips-borne tospoviruses in vegetable cropping systems. Meeting Abstract.
FUNGI AND BACTERIA ASSOCIATED WITH WATERMELON VINE DECLINE IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Roberts, P., Adkins, S.T., Bruton, B.D. 2006. Fungi and bacteria associated with watermelon vine decline in Florida [abstract]. American Phytopathological Society. S1:88.
INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT OF THRIPS-BORNE TOSPOVIRUSES IN VEGETABLE CROPPING SYSTEMS IN SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST ASIA - (Abstract Only)
Naidu, R., Riley, D., Ravi, K., Chaisuekul, C., Adkins, S.T. 2006. Integrated management of thrips-borne tospoviruses in vegetable cropping systems in south and southeast asia. Proceeding of the National Integrated Pest Management.
CLOVER YELLOW VEIN VIRUS IDENTIFIED IN AMMI MAJUS IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Irey, M.S., Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A. 2006. Clover yellow vein virus identified in ammi majus in Florida. Plant Disease. 90:380. online: DOI: 10.1094/PD-90-0380B.
BIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF A NOVEL CARMOVIRUS ISOLATED FROM ANGELONIA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Hammond, J., Gera, A., Maroon Lango, C.J., Sobolev, I., Harness, A., Zeidan, M., Spiegel, S. 2006. Biological and molecular characterization of a novel carmovirus isolated from angelonia. Phytopathology. 96:460-467.
TOSPOVIRUSES (FAMILY BUNYAVIRIDAE, GENUS TOSPOVIRUS) - ()
Adkins, S.T., Zitter, T., Momol, T. 2006. Tospoviruses (family bunyaviridae, genus tospovirus). Pest Alert.
TOSPOVIRUSES - ()
Adkins, S.T., Zitter, T., Momol, T. 2005. Tospoviruses. Extension Digital Information Source (EDIS). Fact Sheet pp. 212 of the Plant Pathology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Services, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PP134
DIVERSITY OF TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS ISOLATES IN THE FIELD - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T. 2005. Diversity of tomato spotted wilt virus isolates in the field. Thysanoptera International Conference Proceedings.
EPIDEMIOLOGY OF TOSPOVIRUSES IN SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST ASIA: CURRENT STATUS AND FUTURE PROSPECTS - (Abstract Only)
Naidu, R., Adkins, S.T., Ravi, K., Chiemsombat, P., Jain, R., Savithri, H., Gajanandana, O., Muniyappa, V., Riley, D. 2005. Epidemiology of tospoviruses in south and southeast asia: current status and future prospects. Thysanoptera International Conference Proceedings.
THE TUBULE-FORMING NSM PROTEIN FROM TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS COMPLEMENTS CELL-TO-CELL AND LONG-DISTANCE MOVEMENT OF TOBACCO MOSAIC VIRUS HYBRIDS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lewandowski, D.J., Adkins, S.T. 2005. The tubule-forming nsm protein from tomato spotted wilt virus complements cell-to-cell and long-distance movement of tobacco mosaic virus hybrids. Virology. 342:26-37.
DETECTION OF TOBACCO STREAK VIRUS FROM HIBISCUS IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Lewandowski, D.J., Afunian, M., Adkins, S.T. 2005. Detection of tobacco streak virus from hibiscus in Florida. Phytopathology. 95:S59.
COLOMBIAN DATURA VIRUS DIAGNOSED IN BRUGMANSIA SPP. IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S., Chellemi, D.O., Annamalai, M. Baker, C.A. 2005. Colombian datura virus diagnosed in Brugmansia spp. in Florida. Phytopathology. 95:S2.
CHARACTERIZATION OF A CARMOVIRUS FROM ANGELONIA - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Hammond, J., Maroon-Lango, C., Harness, A., Kulemeka, B., Geister, R., Bandla, M., Spiegel, S., Gera, A. 2005. Characterization of a carmovirus from angelonia. Phytopathology. 95:S2.
WATERMELON VINE DECLINE AND FRUIT ROT - ()
Roberts, P., Muchovej, R., Bruton, B.D., Baker, C., Adkins, S.T. 2005. Watermelon vine decline and fruit rot. National Watermelon Association Newsletter.
INVESTIGATION INTO A MATURE WATERMELON VINE DECLINE AND FRUIT ROT - (Abstract Only)
Roberts, P., Muchovej, R., Urs, R., Achor, D., Baker, C., Bruton, B., Adkins, S. 2005. Investigation into a mature watermelon vine decline and fruit rot. Phytopathology. 95:S89.
FIRST REPORT OF A VIRUS INFECTION OF AMMI MAJUS IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Irey, M.S., Adkins, S., Baker, C.A. 2005. First report of a virus infection of Ammi majus in Florida. Phytopathology. 95:S46.
IF YOU KNOW ONE VIRUS, YOU DON'T KNOW THEM ALL - ()
Daughtrey, M., Adkins, S.T. 2005. If you know one virus, you don't know them all. Greenhouse Business. April Issue, II:4:21-22&27.
TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS IDENTIFIED IN DESERT ROSE IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A. 2005. Tomato spotted wilt virus identified in desert rose in Florida. Plant Disease. 89:526.
MATURE VINE DECLINE AND FRUIT ROT OF WATERMELON - ()
Roberts, P., Muchovej, R. M., Gilreath, P., McAvoy, G., Baker, C. A., Adkins, S. T. 2004. Mature Vine Decline and Fruit Rot of Watermelon. Citrus and Vegetable Magazine.
VIRAL INVOLVEMENT IN VINE DECLINE OF WATERMELON IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Baker, C.A., Achor, D., Roberts, P.D., Kamenova, I., Muchovej, R.M., Gilreath, P., Mcavoy, G. 2005. Viral involvement in vine decline of watermelon in florida. Meeting Abstract.
FIRST REPORT OF HIBISCUS LATENT FORT PIERCE VIRUS IN NEW MEXICO - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Allen, J.E., Kamenova, I., Adkins, S., Hanson, S.F. 2004. First Report of Hibiscus Latent Fort Pierce Virus in New Mexico. Plant Health Progress. doi:10.1094/PHP-2005-0105-01-HN.
A SYSTEM TO EXPLORE TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS GENE FUNCTION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Lewandowski, D.J. 2005. A system to explore tomato spotted wilt virus gene function. Acta Horticulturae. 695:85-90.
CANNA YELLOW MOTTLE VIRUS DETECTED IN CANNA IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Timur, M.M., Lockhart, B.L., Dankers, H., Adkins, S.T. 2004. Canna yellow mottle virus detected in canna in Florida. Plant Health Progress doi:10.1094/PHP-2004-0809-01-HN.
COMPLETE SEQUENCE OF HIBISCUS LATENT SINGAPORE VIRUS CONTAINING AN INTERNAL POLY(A) TRACT AND IRES ELEMENTS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Srinivasan, K. G., Min, B. E., Ryu, K. H., Adkins, Scott, Wong, S. M. 2004. Complete Sequence of Hibiscus Latent Singapore Virus Containing an Internal Poly(A) Tract and Ires Elements. Archives of Virology.
TOBAMOVIRUSES FROM HIBISCUS IN FLORIDA AND BEYOND - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S.T., Kamenova, I., Chiemsombat, P., Baker, C., Lewandowski, D. 2006. Tobamoviruses from hibiscus in florida and beyond. Acta Horticulturae.
IDENTIFICATION OF TOMATO MOSAIC VIRUS INFECTION IN JASMINE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kamenova, I., Adkins, S.T., Achor, D. 2006. Identification of tomato mosaic virus infection in jasmine. Acta Horticulturae.
DETECTION OF HIBISCUS LATENT FORT PIERCE VIRUS IN NEW MEXICO - (Abstract Only)
Allen, J., Kamenova, I., Adkins, S.T., Hanson, S. 2004. Detection of hibiscus latent Fort Pierce virus in New Mexico. Phytopathology. 94:S4.
A SYSTEM TO EXPLORE TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS GENE FUNCTION - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Lewandowski, D. J. 2004. A System to Explore Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Gene Function. Meeting Abstract.
CHARACTERIZATION OF A TOBAMOVIRUS FROM TROPICAL SODA APPLE - (Abstract Only)
Kamenova, I., Rosskopf, E.N., Lewandowski, D., Adkins, S.T. 2004. Characterization of a tobamovirus from tropical soda apple. Phytopathology. 94:S48.
CHARACTERIZATION OF A NEW TOBAMOVIRUS SPECIES FROM HIBISCUS - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S.T., Kamenova, I., Lewandowski, D. 2004. Characterization of a new tobamovirus species from hibiscus. Phytopathology. 94:S3.
THE TUBULE FORMING NSM PROTEIN FROM TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS SUPPORTS LONG-DISTANCE MOVEMENT OF TOBACCO MOSAIC VIRUS (TMV) IN TOBACCO IN THE PRESENCE OF THE TMV COAT PROTEIN - (Abstract Only)
Lewandowski, D., Adkins, S.T. The tubule forming NSm protein from tomato spotted wilt virus supports long-distance movement of tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) in tobacco in the presence of the TMV coat protein. American Society for Virology 23rd Annual Meeting. Abstract No. P40-7.
PEPPERS, TOMATOES, AND TOBAMOVIRUSES - ()
Baker, C., Adkins, S. 2004. Peppers, Tomatoes, and Tobamoviruses. Government Publication/Report.
TRANSMISSION, IN PLANTA DISTRIBUTION AND MANAGEMENT OF HIBISCUS LATENT FORT PIERCE VIRUS, A NOVEL TOBAMOVIRUS ISOLATED FROM FLORIDA HIBISCUS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kamenova, I., Adkins, S.T. 2004. Transmission, in planta distribution and management of hibiscus latent Fort Pierce virus, a novel tobamovirus isolated from Florida hibiscus. Plant Disease. 88:674-679.
TOBAMOVIRUSES FROM HIBISCUS IN FLORIDA AND BEYOND - (Abstract Only)
Adkins, S. T., Kamenova, I., Chiemsombat, P., Baker, C. A., Lewandowski, D. J. 2004. Tobamoviruses from Hibiscus in Florida and Beyond. Meeting Abstract.
IDENTIFICATION OF TOMATO MOSAIC VIRUS AND TOMATO RINGSPOT VIRUS IN JASMINE IN FLORIDA - (Abstract Only)
Kamenova, I., Adkins, S. T. 2004. Identification of Tomato Mosaic Virus and Tomato Ringspot Virus in Jasmine in Florida. Meeting Abstract.
VIRUS DISEASES OF ORNAMENTAL HIBISCUS - (Abstract Only)
Chiemsombat, P., Thongsa, S., Phetsoongnern, P., Seetou, W., Adkins, S. T. 2004. Virus Diseases of Ornamental Hibiscus. Meeting Abstract.
FIRST REPORT OF TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS IN HOSTA IN FLORIDA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Momol, M.T., Dankers, H., Adkins, S. 2003. First Report of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus in Hosta in Florida. Online. Plant Health Progress doi:, 10, 1094/PHP-2003-1024-01-HN.
COMPARISON OF DETECTION METHODS FOR A NOVEL TOBAMOVIRUS ISOLATED FROM FLORIDA HIBISCUS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kamenova, I., Adkins, S. 2004. Comparison of Detection Methods for a Novel Tobamovirus Isolated From Florida Hibiscus. Plant Disease. 88:34-40.
EFFECTS OF MODIFICATION OF THE TRANSCRIPTION INITIATION SITE CONTEXT ON CITRUS TRISTEZA VIRUS SUBGENOMIC RNA SYNTHESIS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ayllon, Maria A., Gowda, Siddarame, Saryanarayana, Tatineni, Karasev, Alexander, Adkins, S., Mawassi, Munir, Guerri, Jose, Moreno, Pedro, Dawson, William. 2003. Effects of Modification of the Transcription Initiation site context on Citrus Tristeza Virus Subgenomic RNA Synthesis. Journal of Virology. 77:9232-9243.
TOSPOVIRUSES AND THEIR DIVERSITY - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
DEVELOPMENT OF SENSITIVE AND RELIABLE DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES FOR A NOVEL TOBAMOVIRUS ISOLATED FROM FLORIDA HIBISCUS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
EXPRESSION OF THE TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS NSM OPEN READING FRAME COMPLEMENTS MOVEMENT OF TOBACCO MOSAIC VIRUS EXPRESSION VECTORS - (Proceedings)
CUCUMBER MOSAIC VIRUS DIAGNOSED IN DESERT ROSE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Baker, C. A., Achor, D., Adkins, S. 2003. Cucumber Mosaic Virus Diagnosed in Desert Rose. Plant Disease. v. 87: p. 1007.
BIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF A NOVEL TOBAMOVIRUS WITH A UNIQUE HOST RANGE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Adkins, S., Kamenova, I., Achor, D., Lewandowski, D. 2003. Biological and Molecular Characterization of a Novel Tobamovirus with a Unique Host Range. Plant Disease, v. 87: p. 1190-1196.
TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS DETECTED IN AMERICAN BLACK NIGHTSHADE (SOLANUM AMERICANUM) IN VEGETABLE FIELD IN SOUTHEAST FLORIDA - ()
BIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATON OF A NOVEL TOB0MOVIRUS WITH A UNIQUE HOST RANGE - (Proceedings)
Adkins, S.T., Kamenova, I., Achor, D., Lewandowski, D. 2003. Biological and molecular characterizaton of a novel tob0movirus with a unique host range. International Conference on Tropical and Subtropical Plant Diseases. 87:1190-1196
TOBAMOVIRUSES AS MODEL ORGANISMS AND PLANT PATHOGENS - (Proceedings)
FIRST REPORT OF TOMATO SPOTTED WILT VIRUS IN BLACKBERRY LILY IN NORTH AMERICA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
DISEASES OF PEPPER AND THEIR MANAGEMENT - ()
Roberts, P.D., Adkins, S., Pernezny, K., Jones, J. 2003. Diseases of Pepper and Their Management. Pages 333-387 in: Diseases of Fruits and Vegetables - Diagnosis and Management, Vol. II. Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dordrecht, The Netherlands.
KEY WEST NIGHTSHADE, A NEW EXPERIMENTAL HOST FOR PLANT VIRUSES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)