Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery of the Irish Potato Famine’s Origins. It Came From The Andes

The debate over its birthplace has been fierce. Some researchers argued for a Mexican origin, pointing to the pathogen’s sexual reproduction in the region. Others, citing genetic evidence, proposed an Andean origin. The new study, led by Allison Coomber and Jean Ristaino of North Carolina State University, brings a wealth of genomic data to the table.