Researchers now race to stop new banana disease

Known as Fusarium wilt TR4 and first detected in 2013, the disease is feared to severely impact on banana production if left unchecked. PHOTO | COURTESY

By  Zephania Ubwani

What you need to know:

  • Tanzania, one of Africa's biggest banana producers, and Mozambique are among the countries targeted in an effort to manage the disease.

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