Molecular Pathogens 2024, Vol.15, No.5, 219-226 http://microbescipublisher.com/index.php/mp 225 CRISPR/Cas9 and integrating it with genomic selection and other advanced breeding strategies, the development of robust, disease-resistant strawberry cultivars will become more efficient and effective, paving the way for a resilient and productive future in strawberry cultivation. Acknowledgments I would like to thank the two peer reviewers for their feedback, and also like to thank Ms. Guo T. from the research team for her literature review. Conflict of Interest Disclosure The author affirms that this research was conducted without any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest. 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