| The genetic uniformity among Cavendish bananas has made them helpless to fight Black Sigatoka. |
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| Black Sigatoka, also known as black leaf streak, is common on bananas in sub-Saharan Africa. |
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| The Black Sigatoka fungus, while only recently reported in Florida, has been affecting crops in the developing world for years. |
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| Since bananas are a staple crop and a major export in developing countries, Black Sigatoka is placing a heavy toll on their food security and export economies. |
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| The two most dangerous diseases are Panama disease and Sigatoka. |
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