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flag Scientists find genes in sorghum that could help combat the destructive "witchweed" parasite.

flag Chinese scientists have discovered two genes, SbSLT1 and SbSLT2, in sorghum that reduce infestation by Striga, a parasitic plant known as "witchweed," which severely impacts crop yields. flag By knocking out these genes, Striga germination and infection rates dropped significantly, reducing crop losses. flag This breakthrough could help develop Striga-resistant sorghum and potentially other crops, aiding food security in affected regions like Africa and Asia.

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