When 1–2 °C matters: climate warming reshapes maize disease and resistance networks

Key Points

• To examine how even small increases in temperature affect maize's resistance to disease, specifically the interaction with Ustilago maydis.
• Literature review of the maize-Ustilago maydis interaction under changing climate conditions.
• Analysis of existing research on disease resistance mechanisms in maize.
• Critical evaluation of temperature thresholds that impact disease dynamics.
• Climate warming alters the dynamics of disease resistance in maize.
• 1-2 °C increases lead to shifts in maize's interaction with Ustilago maydis.
• Findings highlight potential risks to maize production in warming climates.