tospovirukset
Tospovirukset are a genus of negative-sense, single-stranded RNA viruses within the order Bunyavirales. They are known for their ability to infect a wide range of plant species, causing significant agricultural damage. These viruses are transmitted by thrips, which are small insect pests. The term "tospovirus" is derived from "Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus," the type species of the genus, which was one of the first identified members.
The genome of tospoviruses is tripartite, consisting of three RNA segments: large (L), medium (M), and small
Tospoviruses are cosmopolitan in distribution and infect hundreds of plant species, including economically important crops such
Diagnosis of tospovirus infections typically involves a combination of symptomatic observation and laboratory techniques. Molecular methods,