Scientists fighting plague of fire blight that has destroyed fruit tree orchards throughout much of US

Scientists fighting plague of fire blight that has destroyed fruit tree orchards throughout much of US

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Biology, Science, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the challenges faced in fruit production due to fire blight, a destructive bacterial disease affecting trees like apple and quince. Scientists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture have conducted extensive research using antibiotics such as teramiacin and streptamiacin, achieving 98% control of the disease. This research not only improves fruit quality but also paves the way for tackling other bacterial diseases.

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