Dogs can detect agricultural diseases early
Study shows dogs can sniff out laurel wilt-infected avocado trees well in advance
Date:
June 8, 2018
Source:
American Society for Horticultural Science
Summary:
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.
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