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Global Research Network Gains Time in the Race Against Wheat Rust

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The Disease Early Warning Advisory System (DEWAS) network is a unique model to prevent wheat rust outbreaks, safeguarding harvests worldwide. This letter shares the approach and importance of DEWAS, drawing on the example of the first detection of Ug99 stem rust in Nepal (2023), buying vital time for control responses.

Source: Plant Pathology

DOI: 10.1111/ppa.70098

Authors: Matt Heaton, Maricelis Acevedo, David P. Hodson

Institutions: Norwich Research Park, Cornell University, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center

Language: English

Topic: Wheat and Barley Genetics and Pathology

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,640