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  • Agricultural Science
  • Plant Pathology
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a critical food staple for 800 million people globally, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Its industrial applications include pharmaceuticals, textiles, paper, and biofuels, driving consistent demand and production increases.
  • However, cassava yields are significantly limited by susceptibility to biotic and abiotic stresses, especially microbial diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of major microbial diseases affecting cassava production.
  • To discuss existing and prospective strategies for developing disease resistance in cassava.
  • To examine the regulatory challenges associated with implementing biotechnological solutions for cassava improvement.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of cassava microbial diseases.
  • Analysis of current research on genetic engineering for disease resistance.
  • Discussion of regulatory frameworks impacting agricultural biotechnology.

Main Results:

  • Identification of key diseases: cassava bacterial blight (CBB), cassava mosaic disease (CMD), and cassava brown streak disease (CBSD).
  • Overview of various approaches to engineer resistance, including marker-assisted selection and genetic modification.
  • Highlighting the significant yield losses caused by these diseases.

Conclusions:

  • Developing robust disease resistance is crucial for ensuring cassava's role in global food security.
  • Biotechnological approaches offer promising avenues for enhancing cassava resilience.
  • Navigating regulatory hurdles is essential for the successful deployment of improved cassava varieties.