A seed disease resurgence trial by Bayer has recorded exceptional levels of bunt in untreated farm saved seed plots in year two of a five-year trial, with experts cautioning against growing untreated seed crops without first testing to determine disease presence Cereal seed diseases like bunt (Tilletia tritici) or loose smut (Ustilago tritici or U. … Continue reading Trials highlight ticking time-bomb for seed disease resurgence