Fusarium wilt

Panama Disease: Understanding the Threat to Global Banana Production

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Panama Disease: Understanding the Threat to Global Banana Production Panama disease, also known as Fusarium wilt, poses a significant threat to global banana production. This devastating fungal disease, caused by the soil-borne fungus Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc), has already decimated banana plantations worldwide and continues to spread, raising concerns about the future of … Read more

Panama Disease in Bananas: A Looming Threat to the Global Supply

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Panama Disease in Bananas: A Looming Threat to the Global Supply The global banana industry, a multi-billion dollar market and a staple food for millions, faces a significant threat: Panama disease, specifically Tropical Race 4 (TR4). This devastating fungal disease, also known as Fusarium wilt, poses a serious risk to banana production worldwide, potentially leading … Read more

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