Category: Disease Control
Scientists launch open-source plant pathogen surveillance platform
USDA-ARS scientists developed PathogenSurveillance, an open-source tool for rapid plant pathogen detection and disease surveillance.
New research could reshape fight against gray mold in produce crops
New findings suggest disease-control strategies may need to shift away from breeding plant-by-plant resistance and instead target the mechanisms the fungus uses to recognize its host. Learn more.
Syngenta intros INSV-resistant romaine lettuce variety ‘Renegade’
Syngenta introduces Renegade, a romaine variety with resistance to INSV, expanding grower options for disease pressure in Salinas Valley.
2026 VGN Pest & Disease Survey report
The annual VGN Pest and Disease Survey highlights long‑standing threats and emerging worries about invasive pests and diseases.
Bank on the basics
At Georgia’s G&R Farms, variety choice and agronomic fundamentals drive Vidalia onion production. Hear from G&R’s longtime head grower.
Veg Connections: Strategies to protect cucurbits from insect-transmitted diseases
Cucurbit pests and disease can be transmitted in many ways. Learn more about combating disease and insect threats.
Hollabaugh’s Pennsylvania vegetable, farm market success
Pennsylvania tree fruit and vegetable success. Read more about Hollabaugh Bros.’ seven decades of growing and farm market achievements.
What are the biggest pests and diseases affecting you the most?
Growers are invited to participate in this year’s Vegetable Growers News pest and disease survey. Learn more on how your input can help other growers.
Golden Stock Farms’ asparagus success
Golden Stock Farms asparagus has been growing asparagus since the 1960s. Learn about their secret to success.
BASF introduces new short-day onion varieties
BASF has introduced short-day onion varieties. Learn how the onions could benefit growers.
FIRA USA ag robotics show to feature more tech
More tech will be featured at the FIRA USA ag robotics show. Learn what this year’s show is expected to bring to agtech.
Farm Bureau shares MAHA recommendations
The Farm Bureau has shared its MAHA recommendations. Discover more about the four focus areas, including enhancements to support farmers.
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Full Belly Farms mixes the practical with the environment. Read how the northern California organic farm successfully grows vegetables.
Exploring the possibility of growing scotch bonnet peppers in the Midwest
Scotch bonnet peppers can be grown in the Midwest. Learn how climate, harvesting practices and postharvest handling can affect successful production.
Enza Zaden releases lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance
Enza Zaden has released lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance.Read more about how the varieties can help combat downy mildew.
Senate committee budget proposals would increase specialty crop funding
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry released legislative budget text. Find out what’s proposed for specialty crops.
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets help Bedner Growers survive and expand. Read how the South Florida grower started growing in the 1950s.
New UF/IFAS plant pathologist helps Everglades Agricultural Area growers battle diseases
Plant pathologist Monica Navia-Urrutia is supporting EAA growers with research and disease management solutions. Learn more about her work.