Fusarium graminearum

Fusarium graminearum is a type of fungus that infects cereal crops like wheat and barley, causing diseases such as Fusarium head blight. This infection can reduce crop yields and contaminate grains with toxins harmful to humans and animals. The fungus spreads through spores carried by wind and rain, especially under moist conditions. Farmers often use resistant crop varieties and fungicides to manage its impact. Understanding and controlling Fusarium graminearum is essential to protect food supply quality and safety, as well as economic stability for agriculture.