Moneen M. Jones
Research Entomologist
Division of Plant Sciences
College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Plant diseases : publication
Reviewed by Manoj ChhetriMU Extension Horticulture Field SpecialistBrad S. Fresenburg and Erik H. ErvinDepartment of Horticulture
Patricia WallaceExtension Associate, Division of Plant SciencesDirector, MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic
Snakes often become displaced after a storm or flooding event. As a result, many of these animals are seeking shelter and food in areas close to people. Read more to find out what to do when you encounter one.
Reduce the chances of disease in your home vegetable garden through a combination of proven prevention methods, including sanitation; cultural, physical and biological practices; staking; and solarization. Learn how in this University of Missouri Extensio
Michele WarmundFruit State SpecialistDivision of Plant Sciences
David H. TrinkleinHorticulture State SpecialistDivision of Plant SciencesThe demand for locally-grown, vine-ripened tomatoes remains strong in Missouri. If you can produce high yields of good-quality tomatoes, the opportunity exists for you to make a reasonable return on your investment.
Most home fruit plants require pesticide treatments to control serious diseases and insect pests. Learn what pesticides are needed and the frequency of application of sprays for many fruits in this guide.
Reviewed by Peng Tian
Assistant Professor, Plant Sciences
Reviewed by Manoj Chhetri
Department of Horticulture
Reviewed by Mary KroeningDivision of Plant Sciences
Reviewed by Christopher J. StarbuckDivision of Plant SciencesLeaf scorch is a noninfectious condition caused by an unfavorable environment. There is no chemical control for leaf scorch, so the most effective defense is good management.
Check out this annual guide for a summary of currently suggested vegetable varieties, seeding rates, fertilizer rates, weed control, insect control, and disease control measures for commercial growers.
Editor’s note
Chapter 1 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core ManualWelcome
Revised by Sanjun GuState Vegetable SpecialistLincoln University Cooperative Extension
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
David E. BakerDepartment of Agricultural Engineering
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
Pesticide poisoning is a commonly under-diagnosed illness. Visit our website to learn about pesticide poisoning symptoms and first aid.
Pine wilt has killed so many Scots pine trees in the Midwest that extension specialists no longer recommend planting it in the area. Learn what causes pine wilt, how it spreads and what you can do to manage it in this full-color guide from University of M
Collecting plant disease samples
Downloadable form for people who need to take and ship samples to the MU Extension Plant Diagnostic Clinic.
The first and best defense against plant diseases is a healthy plant. Visit our site to learn about Preventing and Managing Plant Diseases.
MU Institute for Continental Climate Viticulture and Enology
Editor’s noteThe following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.