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Understanding Phytophthora abietivora: A Destructive Oomycete Pathogen of Young Forest Trees

Understanding Phytophthora abietivora: A Destructive Oomycete Pathogen of Young Forest Trees

PlantsMO May 13, 2026

Phytophthora abietivora has emerged as a significant threat to young forest trees, particularly in nurseries where high-density planting amplifies disease spread. This oomycete pathogen, often …

Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (TR4): The Race to Save the Global Banana Supply

Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (TR4): The Race to Save the Global Banana Supply

PlantsMO May 09, 2026

The global banana industry is currently navigating one of the most perilous biological threats in agricultural history. A soil-borne fung…

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