African honour for Shivamogga scientist for his role in saving maize crop from viral disease
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Why in news
Suresh L.M., an Indian plant pathologist, was honored with the Africa Region Food Security Leadership award in Nairobi for his work combating Maize Lethal Necrosis (MLN) in Africa.
Background
Suresh L.M. joined the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre to develop disease-resistant maize varieties. MLN, caused by a combination of two viruses, has devastated maize crops in Eastern Africa since 2011.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSuresh L.M. is a plant pathologist from India
- FactMaize Lethal Necrosis (MLN) has devastated maize crops in Eastern Africa since 2011
- BodyInternational Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (IMWIC) is the body where Suresh worked to combat MLN
- PlaceThe Africa Region Food Security Leadership award was presented in Nairobi, Kenya
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of international scientific cooperation in ensuring global food security against emerging viral crop diseases.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Genetic resilience: Development of disease-resistant crop varieties to mitigate viral devastation
- Surveillance infrastructure: Establishing cross-border monitoring systems to prevent rapid spread of agricultural pathogens
Keywords: Food Security · Plant Pathology · Viral Disease · Crop Resilience · Scientific Cooperation
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