Q: Last year, the cactus plants in our neighbor's yard developed a disease where white stuff that looked like snow was coming out of the spine pores, and the main branches were turning yellow. Now, ...

When we notice a plant problem, the instinct is to grab a pesticide spray. That's not the answer; it's critical to find out first what the problem actually is. Diagnosing what's wrong can be ...

If your Thanksgiving cactus is dropping leaves instead of thriving, here’s how to determine the cause and fix it.

Plant diseases are unavoidable — especially in central North Carolina, where our summers are extra hot and extra humid. But that doesn’t necessarily mean our plants are ruined. The News & Observer ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. — Understanding your plant’s health is vital to having a successful farming operation. The South Dakota State University Plant Diagnostic Clinic helps producers, gardeners and ...

Plant diseases limit the output of agricultural workers and cause hundreds of billions of dollars in global crop production loss each year. When plants get wet they are at risk of contracting diseases ...

As part of a nationwide effort to protect crop plants and agricultural ecosystems against plant pests and diseases, introduced accidentally or through acts of bioterrorism, the University of ...

Plant diseases require a susceptible plant, a pathogen, and the right environment. Prevent diseases by choosing resistant varieties, providing proper growing conditions, and practicing good sanitation ...