Green Chile’s Future Resists Wilt | Albuquerque News

New Mexico’s green chile harvest is booming, with record yields and even bigger expectations this year — but a deadly fungal disease called chile wilt looms, threatening to wipe out up to 10% of crops and potentially bankrupt growers. Scientists are racing to breed a new, disease-resistant variety that can survive mechanical harvesting, partnering with Cornell University and backed by a $750,000 federal investment. While it could take up to a decade to reach farmers’ fields, the flavor remains the priority — and growers are already planting more acres, betting on a bountiful, resilient future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dbae6c96fc31a789