Oidium (powdery mildew of grapevine) - Fungal diseases in viticulture #2

Powdery mildew of the grapevine (Oidium)

Oidium (powdery mildew of the grapevine) is an important fungal disease in viticulture, which is known in particular for its negative effect on the flavour of the wine. The infestation is visible in the form of a completely mealy-grey coating on the young shoots of the vine. However, the similar name should not lead to confusion. This is because the two fungal diseases differ greatly in terms of [...]