November 04, 2010

New virus belonging to the genus Marafivirus found in switchgrass

University of Illinois researchers have confirmed they have found a new virus belonging to the genus Marafivirus in switchgrass. The virus affects the crop reducing photosynthesis and decreases the biomass yield of the crop. Members of this genus have been known to cause severe yield losses in other crops too. Read more...
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