TPCP Field Extension
Prof. Brett Hurley co-ordinates all field work and site visits by team members of the TPCP. Should you want members of our team to visit your area for an assessment of possible pest and disease problems, please contact him.
Email: brett.hurley@fabi.up.ac.za
Tel: 012 420 3938/5822
Manager TPCP Diagnostic Clinic: Dr Lieschen De Vos
Lieschen is the manager of the diagnostic clinic and leads the team of people in FABI who assist with the diagnoses of disease-related problems. Please contact her before sending samples. For more information on the FABI Diagnostic Clinic, please follow this link.
Email: diagnostic.clinic@fabi.up.ac.za
Tel: 012 420 3938/5826
Biological control: Prof. Brett Hurley
Prof. Hurley leads the entomological and biological research team in FABI together with Prof. Bernard Slippers. Any requests with regards to insects or biological control can be directed to Prof. Hurley.
Email: brett.hurley@fabi.up.ac.za
Tel: 082 9093211
When sending samples to the diagnostic clinic, please follow the instructions for sample preparation carefully and complete the submission form providing as much detail as possible about the problem.
If you are unsure of the problem or need advice on collection of samples, please contact Brett or Lieschen and discuss the problem before collecting and sending the samples.