Editorial: Plant genomics and pathogenomics: from technology to application in improving crop disease resistance.

This document is an editorial published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science. It discusses the importance of plant genomics and pathogenomics in improving crop disease resistance. The editorial highlights the challenges posed by increasing demand for safe and diverse food, climate change, and the emergence of new aggressive plant pathogens. It emphasizes the progress made in genome sequencing and the identification of resistance genes, as well as the potential of genomics research combined with genome editing approaches for crop improvement. The document also mentions specific studies on topics such as terpenoid biosynthesis in peach plants, RNA interference-mediated approaches for disease resistance, and genomics research on wheat rust diseases. Overall, the editorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the interactions between plants and pathogens for developing sustainable strategies to prevent and control plant diseases and ensure future food security. [Extracted from the article]