Maize Lethal Necrosis disease: review of molecular and genetic resistance mechanisms, socio-economic impacts, and mitigation strategies in sub-Saharan Africa

Background: Maize lethal necrosis (MLN) disease is a significant constraint for maize producers in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The disease decimates the maize crop, in some cases, causing total crop failure with far-reaching impacts on regional food security. Results: In this review, we analyze the im...

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Main Authors: Biswal, Akshaya Kumar, Alakonya, Amos, Mottaleb, Khondoker Abdul, Hearne, Sarah Jane, Sonder, Kai, Molnar, Terence Luke, Jones, Alan M., Pixley, Kevin Vail, Boddupalli, P.M.
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: Springer 2022
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/126546

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