For the past two years, Auburn University’s College of Agriculture has conducted research to help peach farmers combat a crop ...

There are many different types of diseases that can affect tomato plants. Backyard gardeners need to be aware of these diseases, so they do not ruin your entire crop. Even if you only have a few ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Tomatoes represent a $1.9 billion annual crop, nationwide. They’re planted on 330,000 acres across 18 states, but diseases such as bacterial spot can ravage the popular crop.

Florida scientists received a grant to investigate strategies to control bacterial spot in tomatoes. The disease creates major challenges for commercial production throughout Florida and across the ...

A groundbreaking 12-year study led by University of Florida (UF) scientists has revealed the alarming rate at which a destructive bacterial disease is spreading across global tomato crops. The ...

Bacterial spot disease, caused primarily by several species within the genus Xanthomonas, represents a significant threat to tomato and pepper production worldwide. The disease manifests as necrotic ...

Florida is the largest producer of fresh market tomatoes in the United States, accounting for a third of the nation’s fresh market tomatoes. The state’s hot, humid climate makes tomatoes more ...

Tomatoes are some of the most popular plants in home gardens - but are prone to various diseases. Understanding which diseases are prevalent and what to do will help keep your tomatoes healthy. Tomato ...

Growing tomatoes is an ideal option for beginner vegetable gardeners. They’re pretty easy to cultivate and, when you get conditions and care right, you can enjoy a bumper crop. However, poor practices ...