Scientists at the University of California, Davis, have issued a warning to master gardeners throughout the state that the tomato leafminer "will eventually establish in California, where it is likely to become a serious threat to tomato production"

Although it poses no threat to human health, wooden breast can cause significant economic losses for growers, who sometimes see the disease in up to half their flocks

The global banana industry could be wiped out in just five to ten years by fast-advancing fungal diseases

The major advantage over commercial fertilizers? Sustainable re-use of essential and finite phosphorus resources

Scientists assess environmental effects of forest conversion

Nationwide, 19 awards totaling $36.5 million were given for agriculture and extension to support American farmers growing fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, ornamentals, and nursery crops

California paves the way for reconciling agriculture and the environment

Steady improvements to the soil and the drainage system allow University of Delaware researchers the ability to study irrigation and fertigation treatments

“With the world’s population set to reach more than nine billion by 2050, we need to intensify our efforts in breeding new cereals and other food plants with improvements in yield, quality, and disease resistance," professor says

Laura Johnson of New Mexico State University is studying plant growth, fruit yield, and quality