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Study of the Herbicidal Potential and Infestation Mechanism of Fusarium oxysporum JZ-5 on Six Broadleaved Weeds

Scientists isolated a fungus called Fusarium oxysporum from diseased weeds and tested whether it could help farmers control unwanted plants naturally. The fungus showed strong promise against several common weeds, especially henbit deadnettle, while remaining safe for important crops like barley, wheat, and potatoes. Electron microscope observations revealed that the fungus invades weeds through tiny pores on leaves and spreads across the leaf surface. This discovery offers farmers an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical herbicides for sustainable agriculture.

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Study of the Herbicidal Potential and Infestation Mechanism of Fusarium oxysporum JZ-5 on Six Broadleaved Weeds

Scientists discovered a fungal strain that effectively kills common broadleaved weeds found in farms on China’s Qinghai Plateau. The fungus, Fusarium oxysporum JZ-5, was particularly effective against henbit deadnettle and other problematic weeds while being safe for important crops like wheat, barley, and potatoes. This natural solution could replace harmful chemical herbicides and provide farmers with an environmentally friendly way to control weeds.

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