Plant viruses are sneaky invaders that use clever tricks to spread and infect crops. They hitch rides on insects, contaminate seeds, and exploit our farming practices to move between plants. Some viruses are picky eaters, while others will infect almost anything.
Understanding how plant viruses travel and choose their victims is crucial for protecting our food supply. By learning their transmission modes and host preferences, we can develop better strategies to stop these microscopic menaces from ruining harvests.
Plant virus transmission modes
Vector-mediated and mechanical transmission
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