"New Potato Variety Offers Increased Resistance to Devastating Blight Disease"
#New potato variety developed with increased resistance to blight
Potatoes are one of the most important crops in the world, providing sustenance to millions of people. However, potato farming is constantly facing new challenges, and one of the most significant of these is potato blight.
Blight is caused by a fungus-like organism called Phytophthora infestans and can cause plants to wilt, develop dark patches, and eventually die. The disease can cause devastating losses for farmers and gardeners, with some fields losing up to 80% of their crops.