Tomato/potato psyllid is threatening tamarillo, tomato and potato crops, causing terrible effects on production since it has been established in New Zealand
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Conserving biodiversity while reducing contact with humans can limit the spread of pathogens
An article from naturenews by Natasha Gilbert
Biodiversity protects ecosystems against infectious diseases, researchers have concluded. The finding suggests that loss of species from an environment could have dangerous consequences for the spread and incidence of infections, including those that affect humans.
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A bean diversity fair was held in Uganda on the 21st of June 2010. Farmers representing 40 villages came with their varieties and explained the use of the varieties. The fair was a big party for farmers, they had an opportunity to know which varieties were available on other villages, and to share their knowledge about varieties. [...]
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