A research project at New Mexico State University is focused on developing a resilient variety of a popular local crop. The team, led by an associate professor, has received significant funding to tackle a long-standing issue affecting the crop's health. The disease in question can be devastating, causing widespread damage to the crop.

It is transmitted through soil and water, making it a persistent problem for farmers. Further information on the project, including its methodology and potential outcomes, is available from the university and its partners, who are collaborating on the effort to create a more robust crop.