Each F. oxysporum strain uses its accessory genome to suppress a plant's unique defense system. This compartmentalization allows F. oxysporum to greatly increase its host range.
The Fusarium-resistant Cavendish variety was developed to replace the Gros Michel banana, yet TR4 is now threatening global banana production once again.
F. oxysporum can cause wilt and root rot diseases in over 120 plant species. Certain strains can also infect people, highlighting its danger to global agriculture.
We found that the TR4 strain of Fusarium oxysporum poses significant risks to banana crops, underscoring the importance of continuous research in plant pathology.
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