Plant diseases are a fact of life for gardeners. Learn how to deal with the most common plant ailments and how to keep them ...

Most viral infections negatively affect an organism's health, but one plant virus in particular -- soybean vein necrosis orthotospovirus, often referred to as SVNV -- may actually benefit a type of ...

Scientists mapping pest behavior, identifying viral drivers and shaping new producer guidance for 2026 planting ...

Learn the signs of rose rosette virus in Knock Out roses, why there's no cure, and when to remove plants and replant safely.

Cutting-edge NASA imaging technology can detect early signs of a plant virus that, if unaddressed, often proves devastating for wineries and grape growers, new research has found. While the ...

In the 21 st century, “collaboration” has become a popular buzzword, but effectively working together across disciplines and countries is easier said than done. However, authentic collaboration is ...

Chilli pepper or hot pepper (Capsicum annuum L.,) is an important spice and vegetable crop of family Solanaceae. Chilli is susceptible to various pathogens involving viruses, which cause heavy ...

Warmer and wetter weather has increased the spread of plant viruses in the past few decades, and climate change is expected to result in more outbreaks in the future. Erin Mordecai at Stanford ...

From willow bark remedies to aspirin tablets, salicylic acid has long been part of human health. It also lies at the heart of ...

What a month we have had. Rainfall has been spotty – plentiful in parts of the state but bone dry in others. A rain gauge is an important tool in the garden. In addition to rain, many parts of ...