Tag: Bacterial Wilt
Bacterial Wilt (BXW) of Bananas: A Threat to Global Food Security
Read more: Bacterial Wilt (BXW) of Bananas: A Threat to Global Food SecurityBananas Under Siege: Combating the Threat of Bacterial Wilt Bacterial wilt (BXW), caused by the gram-negative bacterium Xanthomonas campestris pv. musacearum (Xcm), is a devastating disease affecting banana (Musa spp.) and its close relative, enset (Ensete ventricosum). BXW poses a significant threat to global food security, particularly in East and Central Africa, where it can…
Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You Love
Read more: Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You LoveBanana Bonanza or Bust? Conquering Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Bananas (Musa spp.) are a vital source of nutrition and income for millions globally. However, numerous pests and diseases threaten their cultivation. This paper compares and contrasts the susceptibility of nine popular Musa banana cultivars to these threats: Sweetheart Fhia-3, Double Mahoi, Dwarf Orinoco,…