Agroterror threat: What is Fusarium graminearum? 'Toxic fungus' Chinese researchers allegedly tried to smuggle into US

FBI has charged two Chinese researchers, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, for smuggling a dangerous fungus into America. The pathogen, Fusarium graminearum, is a potential agroterrorism agent. Jian and Liu allegedly planned to research it at the University of Michigan. This fungus can devastate crops and contaminate grains. US Attorney Gorgon highlights grave national security concerns.