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New wheat disease detection tool established in Tanzania
Researchers from the John Innes Centre have equipped Tanzanian scientists with advanced diagnostic methods to identify a destructive fungal threat affecting wheat crops. Utilizing rapid loop-mediated isothermal amplification assays, local experts can now spot wheat blast swiftly and accurately. This initiative aims to safeguard agricultural yields and protect food security across the region by empowering local professionals to manage plant health crises proactively.