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What fungus kills corn?

Updated: 11/12/2022
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Several fungi infect corn, but I think you are referring to corn smut (Ustilago maydis) with affects and destroys the corn kernels. It is eaten in Mexico as the food delicacy huitlacoche and used as a filling in quesadillas and other foods.

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