Dogs can detect agricultural diseases early

(American Society for Horticultural Science) Laurel wilt disease has had a devastating effect on the avocado industry in South Florida in past harvest seasons. Early detection can be instrumental in deterring a widespread infection. The use of scent-discriminating dogs has shown to offer the avocado industry legitimate signs of hope in their fight against the spread of the disease throughout their groves.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - June 8, 2018 Category: Biology Source Type: news