Cornell researchers have discovered a gene in hemp for resistance to powdery mildew - giving the fledgling hemp industry a new tool to combat one of the most prevalent diseases affecting the production of high-cannabinoid Cannabis sativa. "This discovery is a big step forward in breeding cultivars that are resistant to powdery mildew," said Larry Smart , a plant breeder and professor in the School of Integrative Plant Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). "Identifying resistance will result in better overall crop production and quality.

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