Scientists in Tanzania using new wheat disease detection tool

New Tool for Rapid Detection of Wheat Blast Established in Tanzania

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Researchers from the John Innes Centre have trained Tanzanian scientists to use loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) assays. This new tool enables rapid detection of wheat blast, a fungal disease threatening wheat harvests in Tanzania. The development aims to improve early disease management and protect crop yields.

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