Histopathology Reveals Differential Responses in Sugar Beet Cultivars to Rhizoctonia Root and Crown Rot

New research published in *Annals of Botany* investigates the histopathology of *Rhizoctonia* root and crown rot in sugar beet, revealing how susceptible and resistant cultivars respond differently to invasion by *Rhizoctonia solani* AG 2-2. This study provides crucial insights into the plant's defense mechanisms and could inform strategies for developing more resilient sugar beet varieties.