Plant Pathology
The department is recognized as a national and international leader in many areas of plant pathology. The research programs focus on diseases caused by fastidious microorganisms, bacteria, fungi, and whitefly- and aphid-transmitted viruses. We are known for our research on diseases of diverse crops including citrus; vegetables such as tomato, pepper and cucurbits; ornamentals including foliage plants and flowering and woody ornamentals; field crops including soybean, peanut and sugarcane; and tropical fruits. Our strengths also include expertise in epidemiology, molecular biology of host-parasite interactions, biological control, and post-harvest diseases. Our faculty has also been very active in international programs as evidenced by the many collaborative efforts in Florida and outside the U.S.
--- About Plant Pathology, https://plantpath.ifas.ufl.edu/about-us/
Editorial Team
- aaguirre1 - ICS Editor
- Rosemary Loria - Editor, Chair, Approver
RECENT & REVISED PUBLICATIONS
2023–2024 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Tristeza Decline
CG039/PP-181 by Ozgur Batuman, Amit Levy, Mark E. Hilf, Peggy J. Sieburth, Ronald H. Brlansky, and William O. DawsonAugust 15th, 20232023–2024 Florida Citrus Production GuideCritical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Anthracnose on Cucurbits in Florida
PP370/pp370by Pamela D. Roberts, Gary Vallad, Shouan Zhang, Nicholas Dufault, and Mathews ParetJune 11th, 2023Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), cantaloupe or muskmelon (Cucumis melo), squash (Cucurbita pepo), bitter gourd (Momordica charantia), and cucumber (Cucumis sativa) are commonly grown throughout Florida on both commercial farms and home gardens, while pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) production is largely limited to north Florida. Anthracnose on cucurbits, caused by the fungus Colletotrichum orbiculare, is a common disease that occurs worldwide and throughout Florida. While all cucurbits are susceptible to the disease, cucumber, cantaloupe, and watermelon are most frequently affected. This EDIS document provides information regarding the pathogen, disease cycle, diagnostics and symptoms, and an overview of management of this disease on cucucurbits.Critical Issue: Nutrition, Health and Food Safety
The Common Chanterelles (Cantharellus and Craterellus) of Florida
PP369/PP369by Kaori Hall, Ben Lemmond, and Matthew E. SmithFebruary 22nd, 2023This document is intended to introduce the general public to the chanterelle mushrooms of Florida and includes a preliminary key to Florida’s most common chanterelle species. Written by Kaori Hall, Ben Lemmond, and Matthew E. Smith, and published by the UF/IFAS Plant Pathology Department, February 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Common Tomato High-Tunnel Production Diseases in Florida
PP368/PP368by Zachary D. Eldred, Shufang Tian, Gary E. Vallad, Xin Zhao, Mathews Paret, and Nicholas S. DufaultJanuary 16th, 2023This new 7-page article provides a concise overview of some influential high-tunnel tomato soilborne and foliar diseases and their cultural management techniques. Written by Zachary D. Eldred, Shufang Tian, Gary E. Vallad, Xin Zhao, Mathews Paret, and Nicholas S. Dufault and published by the UF/IFAS Plant Pathology Department.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Citrus Disease Identification Chart
PP367/PP367by Amit Levy, Jamie D. Burrow, and Megan M. DewdneyJanuary 11th, 2023This flowchart is intended to help both commercial citrus growers and home gardeners in properly identifying common citrus diseases on fruit, leaves, and stems. Proper identification will help determine the appropriate management strategy. Written by Amit Levy, Jamie D. Burrow, and Megan M. Dewdney, and published by the UF/IFAS Plant Pathology Department.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
