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UK-based researchers develop eco-friendly fungicide alternative

Team at Nottingham University says findings will boost food production and protect nature

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Scientisits at Nottingham University have hailed the eco-friendly breakthrough
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Scientisits at Nottingham University have hailed the eco-friendly breakthrough

A material that could replace current fungicides, increase food security, and help protect wildlife has been discovered by a team of UK-based scientists. The news comes following a successful field...

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