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EurekAlert!: New tool to detect blackleg disease in potato has widespread application
May 28, 2026
EurekAlert!: New tool to detect blackleg disease in potato has widespread application Don't let potato diseases and pest ruin your crop of taters! Learn how to identify and combat the most common problems growing potatoes. Potatoes are important.
Understanding the Context
They rank fourth among the world's staple crops. In the United States, they are grown commercially in 30 states and valued at $4 billion annually. Potatoes are also susceptible ...