Plants that have been genetically modified to be disease- and pest-resistant are known as disease-resistant plants. Farmers and gardeners who wish to safeguard their crops from the threat of illnesses and pests can use these plants. By transferring genes from other disease-resistant plants or from bacteria, fungi, or viruses that are naturally resistant to specific illnesses, disease-resistant plants have been created. This genetic engineering can increase agricultural yields and save farmers from disease-related losses by enabling plants to live and flourish in environments where other plants would not. Plants that are resistant to disease can also lessen the need for pesticides that are chemical, which can be bad for the environment and people's health. Additionally, because they are more likely to produce healthier, higher-yielding crops, these plants can aid in reducing food waste. Disease-resistant plants should be watched over and routinely checked for safety in order to guarantee the safety and health of food.
Title : Preventing/minimizing development of resistance in fungal plant pathogens to fungicides
Mohammad Babadoost, University of Illinois, United States
Title : Mycorrhizae and their role in climate resilience in agricultural systems
Mary Cole, The University of Melbourne, Australia