An anthrax outbreak in Wyoming has killed at least 50 animals, including cattle and a moose. This is the first confirmed case of anthrax in Wyoming cattle since the 1970s and the first in wildlife since the 1950s. While human cases are rare, authorities are urging people to contact the state health department if they believe they have been exposed to infected animals.
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against Fusarium wilt, a devastating disease threatening the Cavendish banana, our most common banana variety. The study, published in Nature Microbiology, found that the current strain of Fusarium wilt is distinct from the one that wiped out Gros Michel bananas in the 1950s and that controlling its nitric oxide production could be key to managing the disease. While this discovery offers hope for banana lovers, the researchers emphasize the importance of diversifying banana production to prevent future threats.
