…USDA ARS citrus program in Florida. Successes from the Florida program include varieties with improved disease resistance, higher yields, and improved shelf life. The California citrus breeding program will be…
MSOB: Broadening Approach to Biocontrol Research to Look for Untapped Potential
…ability to control both pests and disease could serve as an example for future research paths. “If you look at the solutions that the biocontrol industry has developed – and…
MSOB: Predatory Mite Does Dual Duty for Biological Control
Using predatory mites has historically been relegated to strictly addressing other problematic insect pests. However, a new mite species has been found to provide biological control of a fungal disease…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 12-19-22
…of LandFlex and predatory mites providing pest and disease suppression. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Virus Undercuts Fungus’s Attacks on Wheat
…a costly fungal threat to wheat, barley, and other small-grain crops. The fungus is the chief culprit behind a disease called Fusarium head blight, or “scab.” Scab diminishes the yield…
Agronomic Minute: ‘Wild Ride’ for Grape Growers in 2022
…reportedly looking a bit lighter this year as a result of the production challenges growers encountered. Late rains caused some disease flare-ups in most areas of the state. Driver said…
Scientists Working on Prevention of Cattle Pinkeye
…U.S. cattle against this disease. Pink eye is the most frequently reported disease in beef breeding cows and second in calves. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program…
Thanksgiving Turkeys May Be Smaller This Year
…halting the spread of the bird flu. Avian influenza typically does not infect humans, however, the Centers for Disease Control says there have been a few cases. Listen to Sabrina…
Almond Update: New Industry Resource to Be Made Available at Almond Conference
A new industry resource will debut at the 2022 Almond Conference. The new Almond Disease and Nutrient Deficiency Identification Cards will complement other informational materials developed by the Almond Board…
$80 Million to Improve Nutrition in School Meals
…administration unveiled a national strategy to end hunger and reduce diet-related disease by 2030. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says, “Ensuring access to nutritious school meals is one of the best…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 10-10-22
…keeping the industry informed on protocols for new citrus disease. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
MSOB: Protein-Based Biocontrol from Unlikely Source
…off diseases such as botrytis and powdery mildew. “The mode of action is disruption of the membrane of these diseases that will limit their ability to penetrate into the plant…
Week in Review: Responding to New Citrus Disease & Federal Order Helps CA Dairy Producers
State and federal officials are collaborating in the development of a regulatory response to the new citrus disease in California. Director of Regulatory and Economic Affairs for the California Milk…
Officials Work to Develop Regulatory Response to New Citrus Disease
State and federal officials are collaborating in the development of a regulatory response to the new citrus disease in California. Citrus yellow vein clearing virus (CYVCV) was identified in the…