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Judy A Thies
Crop Genetics Research
Research Plant Pathologist

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Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon Reprint Icon will take you to the publication reprint.)
NMR analysis reveals a wealth of metabolites in root-knot nematode resistant roots of Citrullus amarus watermelon plants Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kantor, M., Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Guner, N., Kantor, C., Parnham, S., Boroujerdi, A. 2018. NMR analysis reveals a wealth of metabolites in root-knot nematode resistant roots of Citrullus amarus watermelon plants. Journal of Nematology. 50(3)303-316. https://doi.org/10.21307/jofnem-2018-030.
Resistant Citrullus lanatus var. citroides Rootstocks for Managing Root-knot Nematodes in Grafted Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Buckner, S.A., Hassell, R.L., Ariss, J., Levi, A. 2014. Resistant Citrullus lanatus var. citroides Rootstocks for Managing Root-knot Nematodes in Grafted Watermelon. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 20:A22.
Using genomic data for enhancing disease and pest resistance in watermelon cultivars - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Massey, L.M., Donahoo, R.S., Jarret, R.L., Wechter, W.P., Thies, J.A., Kousik, C.S., Ling, K., Reddy, U.K., Nimmakayala, P., Fei, Z. 2014. Using genomic data for enhancing disease and pest resistance in watermelon cultivars. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 161-163.
Utilizing Citrullus lanatus var. citroides germplasm for developing tetraploid lines useful as rootstocks and in breeding programs of seedless watermelon lines - (Abstract Only)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Wechter, W.P., Kousik, C.S., Harrison Jr, H.F., Weng, Y., Hassell, R. 2014. Utilizing Citrullus lanatus var. citroides germplasm for developing tetraploid lines useful as rootstocks and in breeding programs of seedless watermelon lines. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. 27:A48.
Root-knot nematode resistance, yield, and fruit quality of specialty melons grafted onto cucumis metulifer - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Guan, W., Zhao, X., Dickson, D.W., Mendes, M.L., Thies, J.A. 2014. Root-knot nematode resistance, yield, and fruit quality of specialty melons grafted onto Cucumis metulifer. HortScience. 49:1046-1051.
US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 cowpea lines for cover crop use - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Jackson, D.M., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Smith, J.P. 2014. US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 cowpea lines for cover crop use. HortScience. 49(3):364-366.
USVL-360, a novel watermelon tetraploid germplasm line - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Wechter, W.P., Farnham, M.W., Weng, Y., Hassel, R. 2013. USVL-360, a novel watermelon tetraploid germplasm line. HortScience. 49:354-357.
Influence of Citrullus lanatus var. citroides rootstocks and their F1 hybrids on yield and response to root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita, in grafted watermelon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Buckner, S.A., Horry, M.I., Hassell, R., Levi, A. 2015. Influence of Citrullus lanatus var. citroides rootstocks and their F1 hybrids on yield and response to root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita, in grafted watermelon. HortScience. 50:9-12.
Using genomic tools to explore genetic diversity and enhance watermelon cultivars - (Abstract Only)
Levi, A., Reddy, U.K., Nimmakayala, P., Wechter, W.P., Ling, K., Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A., Mitchell, S.E., Fei, Z. 2013. Using genomic tools to explore genetic diversity and enhance watermelon cultivars. Plant and Animal Genome Conference XXI, San Diego, CA. W235.
RKVL-318, a root-knot nematode resistant rootstock line for grafted watermelon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A., Ariss, J. 2015. RKVL-318, a root-knot nematode resistant rootstock line for grafted watermelon. HortScience. 50:141-142.
Does infection by southern root-knot nematode influence development of Phytophthora blight in pepper? - (Proceedings)
Response of cucurbit rootstocks for grafted melon (Cucumis melo) to southern root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita - (Abstract Only)
Rootstock assessment for root-knot nematode management in grafted honeydew melon - (Abstract Only)
Root-knot nematode resistant rootstocks for grafted watermelon - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Hassell, R.L., Levi, A. 2012. Root-knot nematode resistant rootstocks for grafted watermelon. Acta Horticulturae. pp. 201-211.
Exploiting genetic diversity in Citrullus spp. to enhance watermelon cultivars - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Wechter, W.P., Kousik, C.S., Ling, K., Harrison Jr, H.F., Simmons, A.M., Reddy, U.K., Nimmakayala, P., Fei, Z. 2012. Exploiting genetic diversity in Citrullus spp. to enhance watermelon cultivars. Acta Horticulturae. Pp. 41-48.
High frequency oligonucleotides – targeting active gene (HFO-TAG) markers reveal wide genetic diversity among Citrullus spp. accessions useful for enhancing disease or pest resistance in watermelon cultivars - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Wechter, W.P., Harrison Jr, H.F., Simmons, A.M., Reddy, U., Nimmakayala, P., Fei, Z. 2012. High frequency oligonucleotides – targeting active gene (HFO-TAG) markers reveal wide genetic diversity among Citrullus spp. accessions useful for enhancing disease or pest resistance in watermelon cultivars. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. 60:427-440.
Evaluation of Actigard and fungicides for management of Phytophthora fruit rot of watermelon, 2011. - (Research Notes)
Kousik, C.S., Ikerd, J.L., Thies, J.A., Harrison Jr, H.F. 2012. Evaluation of Actigard and fungicides for management of Phytophthora fruit rot of watermelon, 2011.. Plant Disease Management Reports. 6:V012.
Virulence of Meloidogyne incognita to expression of N gene in pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A. 2012. Virulence of Meloidogyne incognita to expression of N gene in pepper. Journal of Nematology. 43(2):90-94.
Genetic Diversity among Watermelon Citrullus spp. Accessions Based on HFO-TAG Markers - (Abstract Only)
Accessions of Citrullus lanatus var. Citroides are Valuable Rootstocks for Grafted Watermelon in Fields Infested with Root-Knot Nematodes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Hassell, R., Buckner, S.A., Levi, A. 2015. Accessions of Citrullus lanatus var. citroides are valuable rootstocks for grafted watermelon in fields infested with root-knot nematodes. HortScience. 50:4-8.
Defense mechanisms involved in disease resistance of grafted vegetables - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Guan, W., Zhao, X., Hassell, R., Thies, J.A. 2012. Defense mechanisms involved in disease resistance of grafted vegetables. HortScience. 47(2):164-170.
Effect of actigard and other new fungicides on phytophthora fruit rot of watermelon - (Proceedings)
PA-560, A Southern Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2011. PA-560, A Southern Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. HortScience. 46(6):946-947.
Results of 2010 Fungicide Trials to Manage Phytophthora Fruit Rot of Watermelon in South Carolina - (Abstract Only)
Evaluation of Actigard and Fungicides for Managing Phytophthora Fruit Rot of Watermelon, 2010 - (Research Notes)
Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A., Harrison Jr, H.F. 2011. Evaluation of Actigard and Fungicides for Managing Phytophthora Fruit Rot of Watermelon, 2010. Plant Disease Management Reports. 5:V058.
USVL-220, A Novel Watermelon Breeding Line - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Harrison Jr, H.F., Hassell, R., Keinath, A. USVL-220, A Novel Watermelon Breeding Line. HortScience. 46(1):135–138. 2011.
Genetic mapping of Chromosomal Segments introgressed in Cultivated Watermelon Genome - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Wechter, W.P., Ling, K., Thies, J.A., Hopkins, D. 2010. Genetic mapping of Chromosomal Segments introgressed in Cultivated Watermelon Genome. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. p. 50-54.
‘Liberty’ Dry-Fleshed Sweetpotato - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jackson, D.M., Harrison Jr, H.F., Thies, J.A., Bohac, J., Mueller, J.D. 2011. ‘Liberty’ Dry-Fleshed Sweetpotato. HortScience. 46:125-129.
‘Truhart-NR’, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2011. ‘Truhart-NR’, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper. HortScience. 46(5):815-816.
PA-566, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2011. PA-566, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper. HortScience. 46(4):668-669.
Employing Phylogenetic and Population Structure Analyses to Identify Potential Rootstock Resources for Grafted Watermelon - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Wechter, W.P., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R., Reddy, U. 2010. Employing Phylogenetic and Population Structure Analyses to Identify Potential Rootstock Resources for Grafted Watermelon. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. p. 55-58.
Watermelon in: Genetics, genomics and breeding of cucurbits - (Book / Chapter)
Levi, A., Wechter, W.P., Thies, J.A., Ling, K., Reddy, U.K., Xu, Y., Guo, S., Zhang, X. 2012. Watermelon In Wang, Y, H., Dehdra, T. K., and Kole, C. (eds) Genetics, genomics and breeding of cucurbits. 1st edition. CRC Press. Taylor & Francis Group, New York, NY. Pp. 309-334.
Potential sources of resistance in U.S. cucumis melo PIs to crown rot caused by phytophthora capsici - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Donahoo, R.S., Turechek, W., Thies, J.A., Kousik, C.S. 2013. Potential sources of resistance in U.S. cucumis melo PIs to crown rot caused by phytophthora capsici. HortScience. 48(2):164-170.
Response of U.S. Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Plant Introductions (PI) to Crown Rot caused by Phytophthora Capsici - (Abstract Only)
Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A. 2010. Response of U.S. Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Plant Introductions (PI) to Crown Rot caused by Phytophthora Capsici. Phytopathology. 100:S65.
Grafting for Management of Southern Root-knot Nematode, Meloidogyne Incognita, in Watermelon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J.J., Hassell, R.L., Olsen, S., Kousik, C.S., Levi, A. 2010. Grafting for Management of Southern Root-knot Nematode, Meloidogyne Incognita, in Watermelon. Plant Disease. 94(10):1195-1199.
Truhart-NR, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper Cultivar - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2010. Truhart-NR, A Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper Cultivar. HortScience.45(8):s185. (Abstr.)
PA-560, A Root-Knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2010. PA-560, A Root-Knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. HortScience. 48(8):s184-s185. (Abstr.)
US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 Cowpea Germplasm Lines for Use as a Cover Crop - (Abstract Only)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Smith, J. 2010. US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 Cowpea Germplasm Lines for Use as a Cover Crop. HortScience. 48(8):s281-s282. (Abstr.)
DNA markers and pollen morphology reveal that Praecitrullus fistulosus is more closely related to Benincasa hispida than to Citrullus spp. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Harris-Shultz, K.R., Wechter, W.P., Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A. 2010. DNA markers and pollen morphology reveal that Praecitrullus fistulosus is more closely related to Benincasa hispida than to Citrullus spp. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. 57:1191-1205.
Phylogenetic Relationships Among Cucurbit Species Used as Rootstocks for Grafting Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Ling, K., Simmons, A.M., Kousik, C.S., Wechter, W.P., Hassell, R. 2010. Phylogenetic Relationships Among Cucurbit Species Used as Rootstocks for Grafting Watermelon. HortScience. 45:509.
Resistance of Wild Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. citroides) Rootstocks to Southern Root-Knot Nematode - (Abstract Only)
PA-559, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2010. PA-559, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. HortScience. 45(5):822-823.
Notice of Release of US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 Cowpea Gerplasm Lines with Potential For Use As A Cover Crop - (Germplasm Release)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Smith, J.P. 2010. Notice of Release of US-1136, US-1137, and US-1138 Cowpea Gerplasm Lines with Potential For Use As A Cover Crop. Germplasm Release. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, D.C. 20350, January 4, 2010.
‘Charleston Scarlet’ Sweetpotato - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jackson, D.M., Bohac, J., Thies, J.A., Harrison Jr, H.F. 2010. ‘Charleston Scarlet’ Sweetpotato. HortScience. 45:306-309.
Grafting Seedless Watermelons, How and Why? Will Grafting Help With Disease Control? - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A., Donahoo, R., Hassell, R. 2010. Grafting Seedless Watermelons, How and Why? Will Grafting Help With Disease Control?. Atlantic Coast Agriculture Conference and Trade Show. pp 38-39.
Resistance to Southern Root-knot Nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) in Wild Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. citroides) Populations - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R.L., Levi, A. 2016. Resistance to Southern Root-knot Nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) in Wild Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. citroides) Populations. Journal of Nematology. 48:14-19.
Effectiveness of Fungicides in Managing Phytophthora Fruit Rot of Watermelon in South Carolina - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A., Hassell, R. 2009. Effectiveness of fungicides in managing Phytophthora fruit rot of watermelon in South Carolina. International Phytophthora Capsici Conference. pp 19-20.
Notice of Release of ‘Truhart-NR’, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2009. Notice of Release of ‘Truhart-NR’, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Pimento-type Pepper. Germplasm Release. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, D.C. 20350, October 20, 2009.
Notice of Release of PA-560, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2009. Notice of Release of PA-560, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Yellow-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. Germplasm Release. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, D.C. 20350, October 20, 2009.
NEW SOURCES OF RESISTANCE IN COWPEA (VIGNA UNGUICULATA) TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Utility of Grafting for Managing Southern Root-knot Nematode, Meloidogyne Incognita, in Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Hassell, R., Olson, S. Utility of Grafting for Managing Southern Root-knot Nematode, Meloidogyne Incognita, in Watermelon. Journal of Nematology. 41:385
Reactions of Regional and Standard Sweetpotato Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode Race 3, 2007 - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Jackson, D.M. 2009. Reactions of Regional and Standard Sweetpotato Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode Race 3, 2007. Plant Disease Management Reports. 3:V153, Online Journal at http://www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/pub/trial/pdmr/reports/2009/V153.pdf.
Reactions of Regional and Standard Sweetpotato Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode race 3, 2008 - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Jackson, D.M. 2009. Reactions of Regional and Standard Sweetpotato Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode race 3, 2008. Plant Disease Management Reports. 3:V152, Online Journal at http://www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/pub/trial/pdmr/reports/2009/V152.pdf.
Comparison between the N and Me3 gene conferring resistance to the root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) in genetically different pepper lines (Capsicum annuun). - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J.J. 2009. Comparison between the N and Me3 gene conferring resistance to the root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) in genetically different pepper lines (Capsicum annuun). European Journal of Plant Pathology. 125(4):545-550.
RESPONSE OF U. S. CUCUMIS MELO PLANT INTRODUCTIONS TO PHYTOPHTHORA CAPSICI - (Abstract Only)
Donahoo, R.S., Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A. 2009. Response of U. S. Cucumis Melo Plant Introductions to Phytophthora Capsici. Phytopathology. 99:S29.
PA-559: A New, Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2009. PA-559: A New, Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. HortScience. 44(4):1156.
Evaluation of Cowpea Germplasm Lines Adapted for Use as a Cover Crop in the Southeastern US - (Abstract Only)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Smith, J.P. 2009. Evaluation of Cowpea Germplasm Lines Adapted for Use as a Cover Crop in the Southeastern US. HortScience. 44(5):1511.
Grafting for Management of Root-Knot Nematodes in Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Hassell, R., Olson, S. 2009. Grafting for Management of Root-Knot Nematodes in Watermelon. HortScience. 44(3):576.
Genetic diversity among Lagenaria siceraria accessions containing resistance to root-knot nematodes, whiteflies, ZYMV or powdery mildew - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thies, J., Ling, K., Simmons, A.M., Kousik, C., Hassell, R. 2009. Genetic diversity among Lagenaria siceraria accessions containing resistance to root-knot nematodes, whiteflies, ZYMV or powdery mildew. Plant Genetic Resources: Characterization and Utilization 7(3):216-226. http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayFulltext?type=1&fid=6642268&jid=PGR&volumeId=7&issueId=03&aid=6642260
Notice of Release of PA-559, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2008. Notice of Release of PA-559, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Red-fruited, Habanero-type Pepper. Germplasm Release. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, D.C. 20350, September 19, 2008.
Resistant Pepper Genotypes and Soil Treatments for Managing Root Disease and Root-knot Nematode in Pepper - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W., Hassell, R., Rosskopf, E.N., Mendes, M. 2008. Resistant Pepper Genotypes and Soil Treatments for Managing Root Disease and Root-knot Nematode in Pepper. 19th International Pepper Conference Proceedings. P. 27. September 7-10, 2008, Atlantic City, New Jersey.
‘TigerPaw-NR’, a New Root-knot Nematode Resistant Habanero-type Pepper - (Proceedings)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2008. ‘TigerPaw-NR’, a New Root-knot Nematode Resistant Habanero-type Pepper. Pp. 33-34. International Pepper Conference Proceedings. September 7-10, 2008, Atlantic City, NJ.
Grafting – a tool for managing root-knot nematodes in watermelon? - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R. 2008. Grafting – a tool for managing root-knot nematodes in watermelon?. Phytopathology. 98:S156.
Reaction of Wild Watermelon Germplasm to Southern Root-Knot Nematode in South Carolina - (Abstract Only)
Ariss, J., Thies, J.A., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R.L. 2008. Reaction of Wild Watermelon Germplasm to Southern Root-Knot Nematode in South Carolina. Phytopathology. 98:S14.
Is Grafting Useful for Managing Root-Knot Nematodes in Watermelon? - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R. 2008. Is Grafting Useful for Managing Root-Knot Nematodes in Watermelon?. HortScience. 43(3):623.
Response of Watermelon Germplasm to Southern Root-Knot Nematode in Field Tests - (Abstract Only)
Ariss, J., Thies, J.A., Kousik, C.S., Hassell, R.L. 2008. Response of Watermelon Germplasm to Southern Root-Knot Nematode in Field Tests. HortScience. 43(3):622.
Evaluation of regional and standard sweetpotato entries for reaction to southern root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Ariss, J., Jackson, D.M. 2008. Evaluation of regional and standard sweetpotato entries for reaction to southern root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita. National Sweetpotato Collaborators Group Progress Report. Pp 63-64. Asheville, NC. November 19-20, 2008.
Effects of the Mi-1, N and Tabasco Genes on Infection and Reproduction of Meloidogyne Mayaguensis on Tomato and Pepper Genotypes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Brito, J.A., Stanley, R., Kaur, R., Cetintas, R., Di Vito, M., Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W. 2007. Effects of the Mi-1, N and Tabasco Genes on Infection and Reproduction of Meloidogyne Mayaguensis on Tomato and Pepper Genotypes. Journal of Nematology. 39:327-332.
Host resistance and soil treatments for managing Pythium root rot and southern root-knot nematode in pepper - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W., Hassell, R., Rosskopf, E.N., Mendes, M. 2007. Host resistance and soil treatments for managing Pythium root rot and southern root-knot nematode in pepper. Proceedings of the Texas Pepper Conference, November 7-9, 2007. Weslaco, TX. 11:9-10.
Response of U.S. bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Plant Introductions to Phytophthora capsici - (Proceedings)
Kousik, C.S., Thies, J.A. 2007. Response of U.S. bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Plant Introductions to Phytophthora capsici. International Phytophthora Capsici Conference, Islamorada, FL, 2007. p.27.
TigerPaw-NR, a New, High Yielding, Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Highly Pungent, Habanero-type Pepper - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2007. TigerPaw-NR, a New, High Yielding, Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Highly Pungent, Habanero-type Pepper. Proceedings of the Texas Pepper Conference, November 7-9, 2007. Weslaco, TX. 11:9.
'TigerPaw-NR', a Root-Knot Nematode Resistant, Habanero-type Pepper - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2007. 'TigerPaw-NR', a Root-Knot Nematode Resistant, Habanero-type Pepper. HortScience. 42(7):1721-1722.
Use of Host Resistance and Soil Treatments to Manage Soil-Borne Fungi and Southern Root-Knot Nematode - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W., Hassell, R., Rosskopf, E.N., Mendes, M. 2007. Use of Host Resistance and Soil Treatments to Manage Soil-Borne Fungi and Southern Root-Knot Nematode. Journal of Nematology. 39:103.
Reactions of Regional Cooperative Southernpea (cowpea) Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode Race 3, 2005 - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2007. Reactions of Regional Cooperative Southernpea (cowpea) Breeding Lines to Southern Root-knot Nematode Race 3, 2005. Plant Disease Management Reports (online). Report 1:V019. DOI: 10.1094/PDMR01. The American Phytopathological Society, St. Paul, MN.
Response of Sweetpotato Genotypes to Southern Root-Knot Nematode - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Harrison Jr, H.F., Labonte, D. 2008. Response of Sweetpotato Genotypes to Southern Root-Knot Nematode. HortScience. 43:622.
Resistance of Watermelon Germplasm to Root-Knot Nematodes - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A. 2006. Resistance of Watermelon Germplasm to Root-Knot Nematodes. Methyl Bromide Alternatives and Emissions Research Conference Proceedings. pp. 20-1, 20-2.
Wild Germplasm: Plant Resistance for Watermelon - (Abstract Only)
Simmons, A.M., Levi, A., Davis, A.R., Ling, K., Lopez, R., Jackson, D.M., Kousik, C.S., Shepard, B.M., Thies, J.A. 2006. Wild Germplasm: Plant Resistance for Watermelon. Bemisia International Workshop Proceedings, Duck Key, FL. pp 130.
Resistance of Citrullus lanatus var. citroides germplasm to root-knot nematodes - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A. 2006. Resistance of Citrullus lanatus var. Citroides Germplasm to Root-knot Nematodes. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. pp 380-386.
USDA-ARS RESEARCH ON PRACTICES COMPATIBLE WITH ORGANIC AGRICULTURE FOR MANAGEMENT OF PLANT-PARASITIC NEMATODES ON VEGETABLE CROPS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Meyer, S.L., Burelle, N.K., Davis, R.F., Thies, J.A., Zasada, I.A. 2007. USDA-ARS research on practices compatible with organic agriculture for management of plant-parasitic nematodes on vegetable crops. Journal of Vegetable Science. 12:47-81.
CHARACTERIZATION OF WATERMELON (CITRULLUS LANATUS VAR. CITROIDES) GERMPLASM FOR RESISTANCE TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A. 2007. Characterization of watermelon (citrullus lanatus var. citroides) germplasm for resistance to root-knot nematodes. Journal of Nematology. 42:1530-1533.
EVALUATION OF COWPEA GENOTYPES FOR USE AS A COVER CROP - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Smith, J.P. 2006. Evaluation of Cowpea Genotypes for Use as a Cover Crop. HortScience. 41:1145-1148.
ASSESSMENT OF COWPEA GENOTYPES FOR USE AS A WEED-SUPPRESSING COVER CROP - (Abstract Only)
Harrison Jr, H.F., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Smith, J.P. 2006. Assessment of cowpea genotypes for use as a weed-suppressing cover crop. HortScience. 41:991.
TIGERPAW-NR, A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, HABANERO-TYPE PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2006. TigerPaw-NR, a root-knot nematode resistant, habanero-type pepper. HortScience. 41(4):1073.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF USVL-220, A NOVEL WATERMELON BREEDING LINE - (Germplasm Release)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Harrison Jr, H.F., Hassell, R., Keinath, P.A. 2006. Notice of release of usvl-220, a novel watermelon breeding line. USDA, Agricultural Resesarch Service, Cultivar Release.
RESPONSE OF COWPEA CULTIVARS TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI IN FIELD TESTS AT FOUR PLANTING DATES - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Berland, P.A., Fery, R.L. 2006. Response of cowpea cultivars to rhizoctonia solani in field tests at four planting dates. HortScience. 41:516.
‘CHARLESTON BLACKEYE’, A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, BLACKEYE-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA FOR THE PRODUCTION OF FRESH-SHELL PEAS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2006. ‘Charleston Blackeye’, a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Blackeye-type Southernpea for the Production of Fresh-shell Peas. HortScience. 41(3):837-838.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF ‘TIGERPAW-NR’, A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, HABANERO-TYPE PEPPER - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2006. Notice of Release of 'TigerPaw-NR', a Root-knot Nematode Resistant, Habanero-type Pepper. USDA, Agricultural Resesarch Service, Cultivar Release. January 9, 2006.
REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA (COWPEA) BREEDING LINES AND CHECKS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3, 2003. - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2006. Reactions of regional cooperative southernpea (cowpea) breeding lines and checks to southern root-knot nematode race 3, 2003. Biological and Cultural Tests for Control of Plant Diseases. 21:V017.
REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA (COWPEA) BREEDING LINES AND CHECKS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3, 2004. - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2006. Reactions of regional cooperative southernpea (cowpea) breeding lines and checks to southern root-knot nematode race 3, 2004. Biological and Cultural Tests for Control of Plant Diseases. 21:V017.
RESISTANCE OF SWEETPOTATO GENOTYPES TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A. 2006. Resistance of sweetpotato genotypes to root-knot nematodes. Journal of Nematology. p. 54.
REPRODUCTION OF MELOIDOGYNE MAYAGUENSIS FROM FLORIDA ON ROOT-KNOW NEMATODE RESISTANT TOMATO AND PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
Novel watermelon bredding lines containing chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes derived from the desert species citrullus colocynthis - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Ling, K., Harrison Jr, H.F. 2006. Novel watermelon bredding lines containing chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes derived from the desert species citrullus colocynthis. HortScience. 41:463-464.
GENETIC DIVERSITY IN WATERMELON, POSSIBLE FUTURE BENEFITS FOR ORGANIC AND SMALL FARMERS - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M. 2006. Genetic diversity in watermelon, possible future benefits for organic and small farmers. Proceeding of the 4th National Small Farms Conference. pg 156.
HOST RESISTANCE AND METAM SODIUM FOR MANAGING ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN A PEPPER - CUCUMBER ROTATION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Davis, R.F., Mueller, J.D., Fery, R.L., Langston, D.B., Miller, G. 2005. Host resistance and metam sodium for managing root-knot nematodes in a pepper - cucumber rotation. Hortscience. 40(7):2080-2082.
RESPONSE OF COWPEA CULTIVARS TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI IN FIELD TESTS. - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Berland, P.A., Fery, R.L. 2005. Response of cowpea cultivars to rhizoctonia solani in field tests. Hortscience. 40(3):876.
CHARACTERIZATION OF RESISTANCE TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN SWEETPOTATO - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A. 2005. Characterization of resistance to root-knot nematodes in sweetpotato. Hortscience. 40(3):868-869.
REACTION OF COWPEA CULTIVARS TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI IN FIELD TESTS. - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Berland, P.A., Fery, R.L. 2005. Reaction of cowpea cultivars to rhizoctonia solani in field tests [abstract]. Phytopathology. 95:S102.
GENETIC LINKAGE MAP FOR WATERMELON: SEGREGATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF DNA MARKERS - (Abstract Only)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Xu, Y., Zhang, X., Reddy, O., Davis, A.R., King, S., Wehner, T., Wehner, T. 2005. Genetic linkage map for watermelon: Segregation and distribution of DNA markers [abstract]. HortScience. 40(3):872.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF 'CHARLESTON BLACKEYE', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, BLACKEYE-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA FOR THE PRODUCTION OF FRESH-SHELL PEAS - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2005. Notice of release of 'Charleston Blackeye', a root-knot nematode resistant, blackeye-type southernpea for the production of fresh-shell peas. USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Washington D.C. 31 January 2005.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF USVL-205 AND USVL-210, NOVEL WATERMELON BREEDING LINES - (Germplasm Release)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Ling, K., Hassell, R., Keinath, A.P. 2005. Notice of release of USVL-205 and USVL-210, novel watermelon breeding lines. USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, D.C. Cultivar Release. February 15, 2005.
RESISTANCE OF SWEETPOTATO GENOTYPES TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A. 2005. Resistance of sweetpotato genotypes to root-knot nematodes. Journal of Nematology. 37:398.
STABILITY OF RESISTANCE TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN 'CHARLESTON BELLE' AND "CAROLINA WONDER' BELL PEPPERS IN A SUB-TROPICAL ENVIRONMENT - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W., Fery, R.L. 2008. Stability of Resistance to Root-Knot Nematodes in 'Charleston Belle' and "Carolina Wonder' Bell Peppers in a Sub-Tropical Environment. HortScience. 43:188-190.
UTILITY OF RESISTANT BELL PEPPER FOR MANAGING SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN SOUTHEASTERN U. S. - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Dickson, D.W., Davis, R.F., Mueller, J.D. 2004. Utility of resistant bell pepper for managing southern root-knot nematodes in southeastern U.S. In: International Pepper Conference Proceedings, November 14-16, 2004, Naples, FL. pg 29.
ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ.): DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT HABANERO-TYPE CULTIVARS FOR U. S. GROWERS - (Proceedings)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2004. Root-knot nematode resistance in pepper (Capsicum chinense Jacq.): Development of resistant habanero-type cultivars for U. S. growers. International Pepper Conference Proceedings, Naples, FL, November 14-16, 2004, p. 5.
REPRODUCTION OF MELOIDOGYNE MAYAGUENSIS FROM FLORIDA ON ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT TOMATO AND PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
Brito, J.A., Stanley, J.D., Cetintas, R., Di Vito, M., Thies, J.A., Dickson, D.W. 2004. Reproduction of meloidogyne mayaguensis from florida on root-knot nematode resistant tomato and pepper. Journal of Nematology. 36:308.
HOST RESISTANCE AND METAM SODIUM FOR MANAGING ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN A PEPPER-CUCUMBER ROTATION - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Davis, R.F., Mueller, J.D., Fery, R.L., Langston, D.B., Miller, G. 2004. Host resistance and metam sodium for managing root-knot nematodes in a pepper-cucumber rotation [abstract]. Phytopathology. 94:S102.
EVALUATION OF COWPEA GERMPLASM FOR SEEDLING RESISTANCE TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI - (Abstract Only)
Berland, P.A., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2004. Evaluation of cowpea germplasm for seedling resistance to Rhizoctonia solani [abstract]. Phytopathology. 94:S8.
ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN CAPSICUM CHINENSE: DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT HABANERO-TYPE CULTIVARS - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2004. Root-knot nematode resistance in Capsicum chinense: development of resistant habanero-type cultivars [abstract]. Hortscience. 39(4):766.
DEVELOPING GENETIC LINKAGE MAP FOR WATERMELON: POLYMORPHISM SEGREGATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF MARKERS - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Xu, Y., Zhang, X., Davis, A.R. 2004. Developing genetic linkage map for watermelon: polymorphism segregation and distribution of markers. Progress in Cucurbit Genetics and Breeding Research. A. Lebeda and H.S. Paris (Eds.). p. 515-523.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF USVL-200, A NOVEL WATERMELON BREEDING LINE - (Germplasm Release)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Keinath, T. 2004. USVL-200, a novel watermelon breeding line. USDA, Agricultural Resesarch Service, Cultivar Release.
COMPOSITE GENETIC LINKAGE MAP FOR WATERMELON: SEGREGATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF DNA MARKERS - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Xu, Y., Zhang, X., Reddy, O.K., Davis, A.R., King, S., Wehner, T. 2004. Composite genetic linkage map for watermelon: segregation and distribution of dna markers. Progress in Cucurbit Genetics and Breeding Research. A. Lebeda and H.S. Paris (eds.) pp. 515-524.
DOUBLE-CROPPING CUCUMBERS AND SQUASH AFTER RESISTANT BELL PEPPER FOR ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE MANAGEMENT - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Davis, R.F., Mueller, J.D., Fery, R.L., Langston, D.B., Miller, G. 2004. Double-cropping cucumbers and squash after resistant bell pepper for root-knot nematode management. Plant Disease. 88(6):589-593.
ANALYSIS BASED ON RAPD AND ISSR MARKERS REVEALS CLOSER SIMILARITIES AMONG CITRULLUS AND CUCUMIS SPECIES THAN WITH PRAECITRULLUS FISTULOSUS (STOCKS) PANGALO - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Levi, A., Thomas, C.E., Simmons, A.M., Thies, J.A. 2005. Analysis based on rapd and issr markers reveals closer similarities among citrullus and cucumis species than with praecitrullus fistulosus (stocks) pangalo. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. 52:463-470.
'KNUCKLEHULL-VNR' A BLACKEYE COWPEA MOSAIC VIRUS AND ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CROWDER-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Gillaspie Jr, A.G. 2003. 'KnuckleHull-VNR' a blackeye cowpea mosaic virus and root-knot nematode resistant, crowder-type southernpea [abstract]. Hortscience. 38(5):782.
DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF RESISTANT PEPPERS FOR MANAGING ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Mueller, J.D. Development and use of resistant peppers for managing root-knot nematodes [abstract]. Journal of Nematology. 35(3):366.
DOUBLE CROPPING CUCUMBERS AND SQUASH AFTER RESISTANT BELL PEPPER FOR ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE MANAGEMENT - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Davis, R.F., Mueller, J.D., Fery, R.L., Langston, D.B. 2003. Double cropping cucumbers and squash after resistant bell pepper for root-knot nematode management [abstract]. Phytopathology. 93:S82. Publication No. P-2003-0053-AMA.
METHODS FOR EVALUATING COWPEA GERMPLASM FOR SEEDLING RESISTANCE TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI - (Abstract Only)
Berland, P.A., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2003. Methods for evaluating cowpea germplasm for seedling resistance to Rhizoctonia solani [abstract]. Phytopathology. 93:S8. Publication No. P-2003-0605-AMA.
METHODOLOGY FOR EVALUATING COWPEA GERMPLASM FOR RESISTANCE TO RHIZOCTONIA SOLANI - (Abstract Only)
Berland, P.A., Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2003. Methodology for evaluating cowpea germplasm for resistance to Rhizoctonia solani [abstract]. Hortscience. 38(6):1297.
'KNUCKLEHULL-VNR', A BLACKEYE COWPEA MOSAIC VIRUS AND ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CROWDER-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Gillaspie, A.G. 2004. 'knucklehull-vnr', a blackeye cowpea mosaic virus and root-knot nematode resistant, crowder-type southernpea. Hortscience. 39(1):183-184.
DEVELOPMENT OF IMPROVED SOUTHERNPEA CULTIVARS FOR HOME GARDENERS AND THE FOOD FREEZING AND FRESH MARKET INDUSTRIES - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2003. Development of improved southernpea cultivars for home gardeners and the food freezing and fresh market industries [abstract]. Hortscience. 38(6):1298.
REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA (COWPEA) BREEDING LINES AND STANDARD CHECKS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3, 2002 - (Research Notes)
THIES, J.A., FERY, R.L. REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA (COWPEA) BREEDING LINES AND STANDARD CHECKS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3, 2003. BIOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL TESTS FOR CONTROL OF PLANT DISEASES. 2003. Report No. 18:v017.DOI:10.1094/BC18.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF 'KNUCKLEHULL-VNR', A BLACKEYE COWPEA MOSAIC VIRUS AND ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CROWDER-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA - (Germplasm Release)
FERY, R.L., THIES, J.A., GILLASPIE JR, A.G. NOTICE OF RELEASE OF 'KNUCKLEHULL-VNR', A BLACKEYE COWPEA MOSAIC VIRUS AND ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CROWDER-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA. USDA, AGRICULTURAL RESESARCH SERVICE,Washington, D.C. 18 November 2002.
ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT BELL PEPPERS: AN ALTERNATIVE TO METHYL BROMIDE - (Proceedings)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Mueller, J.D. 2002. Root-knot nematode resistant bell peppers: an alternative to methyl bromide. International Pepper Conference Proceedings. http://www.pepperconference.org/proceedings/genetic_session_ipc_2002.pdf
IDENTIFICATION OF RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACE 1 IN U.S. WATERMELON PLANT INTRODUCTIONS - (Proceedings)
THIES, J.A., LEVI, A. IDENTIFICATION OF RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACE 1 IN U.S. WATERMELON PLANT INTRODUCTIONS. CUCURBITACEAE PROCEEDINGS. 2002. p.132-137.
PROGRESS IN CONSTRUCTING LINKAGE MAP OF WATERMELON - (Abstract Only)
LEVI, A., THOMAS, C.E., WEHNER, T., ZHANG, X., DAVIS, A.R., THIES, J.A., SIMMONS, A.M. PROGRESS IN CONSTRUCTING LINKAGE MAP OF WATERMELON. HORTSCIENCE. 2002. v.37.p.753
ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ.): POTENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT HABANERO-TYPE CULTIVARS FOR U.S. GROWERS - (Proceedings)
FERY, R.L., THIES, J.A. ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ.): POTENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT HABANERO-TYPE CULTIVARS FOR U.S. GROWERS. Proceedings of the 16th International Pepper Conference, Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico, November 1-12, 2002. Abstract p.9
CONSTRUCTION OF A REFERENCE GENETIC LINKAGE MAP FOR WATERMELON - (Proceedings)
Levi, A., Thies, J.A., Simmons, A.M., Thomas, C.E., Wehner, T., Joubeur, T., Zhang, X., Reddy, O., Davis, A.R., Hopkins, M.S. 2002. Construction of A Reference Genetic Linkage Map For Watermelon. Cucurbitaceae Proceedings. pp 28-35.
RESPONSE OF BELL PEPPER NEAR-ISOGENIC FOR THE N GENE TO MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA IN FIELD TRIALS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L., Mueller, J.D., Miller, S., Varne, J. 2003. Response of bell pepper near-isogenic for the N gene to Meloidogyne incognita in field trials. Hortscience. 38(7):1394-1396.
RESISTANCE OF WATERMELON (CITRULLUS SPP.) GERMPLASM TO THE PEANUT ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACE 1) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A. 2003. Resistance of watermelon (citrullus spp.) germplasm to the peanut root-knot nematode (meloidogyne arenaria race 1). Hortscience. 38:1417-1421.
HOST PLANT RESISTANCE AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO METHYL BROMIDE FOR MANAGING MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA IN PEPPER. (THIS 115 IS REVISED TO SHOW CHANGE IN TITLE AND JOURNAL OUTLET). - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
THIES, J.A., FERY, R.L. HOST PLANT RESISTANCE AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO METHYL BROMIDE FOR MANAGING MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA IN PEPPER. JOURNAL OF NEMATOLOGY. 2002. v.34. p.374-377.
RESISTANCE OF WATERMELON GERMPLASM TO THE PEANUT ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACE 1) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Levi, A. 2003. Resistance of watermelon germplasm to the peanut root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne arenaria race 1). Hortscience. 38(7):1417-1421.
FIELD EFFICACY OF ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN 'CHARLESTON BELLE' AND 'CAROLINA WONDER' BELL PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
THIES, J.A., FERY, R.L., MUELLER, J.D., MILLER, G., VARN, J. FIELD EFFICACY OF ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN 'CHARLESTON BELLE' AND 'CAROLINA WONDER' BELL PEPPER. PHYTOPATHOLOGY. 2002. v.92.p.S80
'CHARLESTON NEMAGREEN', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CREAM-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA WITH A GREEN COTYLEDON PHENOTYE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
FERY, R.L., THIES, J.A. 'CHARLESTON NEMAGREEN', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CREAM-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA WITH A GREEN COTYLEDON PHENOTYE. HORTSCIENCE. 2002. v.37.p.988-990
'CHARLESTON NEMAGREEN', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CREAM-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA WITH A GREEN COTYLEDON PHENOTYPE - (Abstract Only)
FERY, R.L., THIES, J.A. 'CHARLESTON NEMAGREEN', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CREAM-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA WITH A GREEN COTYLEDON PHENOTYPE. SOUTHERN REGION OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE. 2002. v.37. Abstract p.1163.
HEAT STABILITY OF RESISTANCE TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN BELL PEPPER GENOTYPES HOMOZYGOUS AND HETEROZYGOUS FOR THE N GENE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2002. Heat stability of resistance to southern root-knot nematode resistance in bell pepper genotypes homozygous and heterozygous for the N gene. Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science. 127(3):371-375.
RED FOOD COLORING STAIN: NEW, SAFER PROCEDURES FOR STAINING NEMATODES IN ROOTS AND EGG MASSES ON ROOT SURFACES. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
THIES, J.A. RED FOOD COLORING STAIN: IMPROVED, SAFER PROCEDURE FOR STAINING NEMATODES IN ROOTS AND EGG MASSES ON ROOT SURFACES. JOURNAL OF NEMATOLOGY. 2002. V.34. P.179-181.
EVALUATION OF A CORE OF THE U.S. CAPSICUM GERMPLASM COLLECTION FOR REACTION TO THE NORTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE HAPLA) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
THIES, J.A., FERY, R.L. EVALUATION OF A CORE OF THE U.S. CAPSICUM GERMPLASM COLLECTION FOR REACTION TO THE NORTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE HAPLA). HORTSCIENCE. 2002. v.37(5). p.805-810.
NOTICE OF RELEASE OF 'CHARLESTON NEMAGREEN', A ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT, CREAM-TYPE SOUTHERNPEA WITH A GREEN COTYLEDON PHENOTYPE - (Germplasm Release)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2001. Notice of release of 'Charleston Nemagreen', a root-knot nematode resistant, cream-type southernpea with a green cotyledon phenotype. USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Washington D.C. 1 August 2001.
RED FOOD COLORING STAIN: A NEW, SAFER PROCEDURE FOR STAINING NEMATODES IN ROOTS AND EGG MASSES ON ROOT SURFACES - (Abstract Only)
ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES: NEED FOR HOST PLANT RESISTANCE IN COWPEA [ABSTRACT] - (Abstract Only)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2001. Root-knot nematodes: Need for host plant resistance in cowpea [Abstract]. Hortscience. 36(5):850.
REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA BREEDING LINES AND STANDARD CHECK CULTIVARS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3,2000. - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2001. Reactions of regional cooperative southernpea breeding lines and standard check cultivars to southern root-knot nematode race 3,2000. Biological and Cultural Tests for Control of Plant Diseases (online). Report No 16: VT08. DOI: 1094/BC16. The American Phytopathological Society, St. Paul, MN.
REACTIONS OF REGIONAL COOPERATIVE SOUTHERNPEA (COWPEA) BREEDING LINES AND CHECKS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RACE 3, 2001 - (Research Notes)
Thies, J.A., Fery, R.L. 2002. Reactions of regional cooperative southernpea (cowpea) breeding lines and checks to southern root-knot nematode race 3, 2001. Biological and Cultural Tests for Control of Plant Diseases (online) Report No. 17:V14. DOI 10.1094/C17. The American Phytopathological Society, St Paul, MN.
HEAT STABILITY OF RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA IN SCOTCH BONNET PEPPERS (CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ.) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
CHARACTERIZATION OF CAPSICUM CHINENSE CULTIGENS FOR RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA, M. HAPLA, AND M. JAVANICA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
INHERITANCE OF RESISTANCE OF THE PEANUT ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE IN HOT PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2000. Inheritance of resistance of the peanut root-knot nematode in hot pepper (capsicum chinense). Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science. 125(5):615-618.
DEVELOPMENT OF SOUTHERNPEA [VIGNA UNGUICULATA (L.) WALP.] CULTIVARS WITH AN ENHANCED PERSISTENT GREEN SEED PHENOTYPE - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 2000. Development of southernpea [vigna unguiculata (l.) walp.] cultivars with an enhanced persistent green seed phenotype. Hortscience. 35(3):399.
CHARACTERIZATION OF RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACES 1 AND 2, M. HAPLA, AND M. JAVANICA CONFERRED BY THE N GENE IN PEPPER (CAPSICUM ANNUUM) - (Abstract Only)
GENETIC ANALYSIS OF RESISTANCE TO THE PEANUT ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE EXHIBITED BY THE CAPSICUM CHINENSE GERMPLASM LINE PA-353 - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A. 1999. Genetic analysis of resistance to the peanut root-knot nematode exhibited by the capsicum chinense germplasm line pa-353. Hortscience. 34(2):445.
EXPRESSION OF RESISTANCE TO THE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE, MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA, IN CAPSICUM CHINENSE AND C. ANNUUM AT HIGH TEMPERATURES - (Abstract Only)
CHARACTERIZATION OF RESISTANCE CONFERRED BY THE N GENE TO MELOIDOGYNE ARENARIA RACES 1 AND 2, M. HAPLA, AND M. JAVANCIA IN TWO SETS OF ISOGENIC LINES OF CAPSICUM ANNUUM L. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
DEVELOPMENT OF NEW SOUTHERNPEA CULTIVARS: AN UPDATE ON THE USDA EFFORT - (Abstract Only)
Fery, R.L., Thies, J.A., Dukes, Sr., P.D. 1999. Development of new southernpea cultivars: an update on the usda effort. Hortscience. 34(5):838.
HEAT STABILITY OF ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN BELL PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
STABILITY OF RESISTANCE TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE IN BELL PEPPER (CAPSICUM ANNUUM) AT HIGH TEMPERATURES - (Abstract Only)
MODIFIED EXPRESSION OF THE N ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE GENE IN PEPPER AT HIGH SOIL TEMPERATURES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
GENETIC ANALYSIS OF RESISTANCE TO THE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE IN CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
GENETIC ANALYSIS AND ASSESSMENT OF SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN HOT PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE) - (Proceedings)
STABILITY OF THE N ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE GENE IN BELL PEPPER AT HIGH TEMPERATURES - (Abstract Only)
RESISTANCE IN BELL PEPPERS TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES: CHARACTERIZATION OF RESISTANCE AND DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT CULTIVARS - (Abstract Only)
SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN HOT PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE): POTENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT CULTIVARS FOR THE U.S. AND CARIBBEAN MARKETS - (Proceedings)
INHERITANCE OF RESISTANCE TO THE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE IN CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ. - (Abstract Only)
SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANCE IN HOT PEPPER (CAPSICUM CHINENSE): POTENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESISTANT CULTIVARS FOR THE U.S. AND CARIBBEAN MARKETS - (Abstract Only)
'CHARLESTON BELLE', A SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT BELL PEPPER - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
'CAROLINA WONDER', A SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT BELL PEPPER - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
PA-353, PA-398, AND PA-426: SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ. GERMPLASM LINES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
USE OF A RESISTANT PEPPER AS A ROTATIONAL CROP TO MANAGE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOTNEMATODE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
AN EVALUATION OF THE VULNERABILITY OF HABANERO AND SCOTCH BONNET PEPPERS TOTHE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE - (Experiment Station)
RE-EVALUATION OF OKRA ACCESSIONS WITH REPORTED RESISTANCE TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE, MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
RESISTANCE OF PEPPER TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA) - (Abstract Only)
USE OF RESISTANT PEPPERS TO MANAGE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES: COMPARISONOF HOST PLANT RESISTANCE AND METHYL BROMIDE SOIL FUMIGATION - (Abstract Only)
MANAGEMENT OF MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA: CROP ROTATION AND ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
RELEASE OF SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE RESISTANT BELL PEPPERS 'CHARLESTON BELLE' AND 'CAROLINA WONDER' - (Government Publication)
EVALUATION OF CAPSICUM CHINENSE JACQ. CULTIGENS FOR RESISTANCE TO THE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
DEVELOPMENT OF BELL PEPPERS WITH RESISTANCE TO THE SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE - (Abstract Only)
EVALUATION OF CAPSICUM CHINENSE CULTIVARS FOR RESISTANCE TO MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA - (Proceedings)
DEVELOPMENT OF BELL-TYPE PEPPER CULTIVARS WITH RESISTANCE TO ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Abstract Only)
EFFECTIVENESS OF RESISTANCE TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE IN 'CAROLINA CAYENNE' PEPPER (CAPSICUM ANNUUM L.) IN GREENHOUSE, MICROPLOT, AND FIELD TESTS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
PA-136 CAYENNE PEPPER, AN EXCEPTIONAL HOST FOR PRODUCTION OF SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA) INOCULUM - (Germplasm Release)
COMPARISON OF PRE-PLANT FUMIGATION WITH METHYL BROMIDE AND DIFFERING LEVELSOF HOST PLANT RESISTANCE FOR MANAGING SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES IN PEPPER - (Abstract Only)
EVALUATION OF SCOTCH BONNET AND HABANERO PEPPERS (CAPSICUM CHINENSE) FOR RESISTANCE TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODES - (Abstract Only)
SUSCEPTIBILITY OF OKRA ACCESSIONS PREVIOUSLY REPORTED RESISTANT TO MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA - (Abstract Only)
CHARACTERIZATION OF RESISTANCE OF CAROLINA CAYENNE PEPPER TO SOUTHERN ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (MELOIDOGYNE INCOGNITA) - (Abstract Only)
PYTHIUM SEED ROT AND DAMPING-OFF RESISTANCE - (Other)
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