Auxin accumulation in cereals after infection by Fusarium graminearum: putative biosynthetic pathways and preferences

Key Points

• Auxin accumulation increases in cereals after infection, indicating a strong plant response to Fusarium graminearum.
• Significantly, auxin levels were noted to change within days of fungal interaction, potentially affecting growth and pathogen resistance.
• Analysis of samples revealed putative biosynthetic pathways involving auxin production in response to the fungal pathogen.
• Understanding these mechanisms could lead to improved disease management strategies in cereal crops.