Australian Fruit Holds the Key to Combating Citrus Disease
A new discovery by Australian researchers has revealed a key to controlling a devastating citrus disease. Citrus greening, or Huanglongbing (HLB), is a bacterial disease that affects many types of citrus trees, including lemons, oranges, limes, and grapefruits. This disease has become a major problem globally, with the potential to wipe out entire citrus industries.
Australian researchers have discovered a native Australian fruit that could be the key to controlling HLB. The fruit is called the native currant, and it has been found to produce a compound that is toxic to the bacteria responsible for HLB. This could provide a natural way to control the spread of the disease and protect citrus trees from infection. Further research will be needed to test the effectiveness of the native currant as a control for HLB.
source: Phys.org