The 4th International Congress on Strigolactones (ICS2026) will be held in Paris from 5–8 October 2026. The conference focuses on strigolactones as specialised metabolites that function as phytohormones and rhizosphere signals. For further details, please follow the link: https://ics2026.sciencesconf.org/ [...]

Striga hermonthica is a major constraint to cereal production in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly under low-fertility conditions. In this study, we evaluated biological and nutrient-based approaches to suppress Striga and improve sorghum growth. The arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus Glomus mosseae significantly reduced Striga emergence (up to 100%) and biomass, while greatly enhanci...

Our study demonstrates the effectiveness of hyperspectral imaging combined with machine learning for identifying and classifying parasitic Cuscuta species. The findings highlight the potential of this approach for rapid, non-destructive field diagnostics and precision agriculture applications. As imaging hardware continues to improve and become more affordable, such integrated s...

  The 18th WCPP has been postponed till further notice. Due to unforeseen difficulties with the local venue, the IPPS has had to make the very difficult decision to postpone the 18th World Congress on Parasitic Plants that was planned for 31 May till 6 June this year. We are currently convening over the planning for a [...]

  We are pleased to announce the availability of IPPS travel grants to support students and early-career researchers participating in the 18th World Congress on Parasitic Plants, taking place May 31 – June 6, 2026, in São Sebastião, Brazil. Grants of €1,000 will be awarded to eligible MSc students, PhD students, and postdoctoral researchers. Priority will be given...