Research finds mutation responsible for disease resistance in cassava

Researchers discovered a genetic mutation offers resistance to Mosaic disease that is caused by viruses. The critical implications are for improving the cassava yield and saving farmers income while spreading disease. With other organizations, this discovery can be the key and led scientists and researchers to observe disease-resistance in other plants.

Reference: Mirage News - Thursday, July 14, 2022 12:04 AM AEST

Link: https://www.miragenews.com/research-finds-mutation-responsible-for-disease-818596/