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Develop Organic Disease Management Using Plant Immune System Enhancement

Plant diseases cause major losses in organic farming since synthetic fungicides are prohibited, yet enhancing plant immune systems could provide natural disease resistance. The challenge is developing biological methods that strengthen plant immunity without synthetic chemicals. Barriers include complex plant-microbe interactions, variable effectiveness, and limited commercial products. Without effective disease management, organic farmers face significant crop losses that threaten food security and farm viability. Successful immune enhancement could eliminate the need for synthetic fungicides while improving crop health, potentially protecting billions of dollars in crop value while maintaining organic integrity.

Applied Sciences, Sustainable Farming, Organic Farming