Israeli Scientists Discover Carp Resistance to Deadly Virus

Israeli researchers have identified a strain of carp that can resist a lethal virus, a breakthrough that could protect a key aquaculture species. Carp, a popular fish for holiday meals, are vulnerable to a range of viral, parasitic, and bacterial infections that can sharply reduce stock numbers. The study, published ahead of Rosh Hashanah, shows that certain carp exhibit natural immunity to the virus, offering a potential safeguard for farmers worldwide. The finding could inform breeding programs and disease management practices, giving carp producers a new tool to maintain healthy populations and secure harvests.