Could understanding leaf surfaces lead to new ways to prevent crop disease?

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Fungal diseases that affect grain crops can be devastating to global agriculture and food security. Fungicides are the most common preventive measure, but as fungal diseases become more prevalent, the pathogens become increasingly resilient.

Fungal diseases that affect grain crops can be devastating to global agriculture and food security. Fungicides are the most common preventive measure, but as fungal diseases become more prevalent, the pathogens become increasingly resilient. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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