ToBRFV Breaks Tm-22 Resistance in Tomatoes: What the 2026 Molecular Study Means for Growers
A 2026 study reveals how Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus evades the Tm-22 resistance gene, and what greenhouse tomato growers should do about it.
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Fusarium oxysporum in Cannabis Has a Wide Host Range, 2026 Study Confirms
New research shows Fusarium oxysporum isolates from cannabis can infect other greenhouse crops, raising cross-contamination concerns for mixed-production facilities.
Septoria Leaf Spot in Hemp and Cannabis: New Germplasm Screening Offers Resistance Clues
A 2026 study screened cannabis germplasm for Septoria leaf spot resistance, revealing significant variation among genotypes. Here is what growers and breeders should know.
Sclerotinia White Mold in Cannabis: What the Latest Transcriptomic Research Reveals
A 2026 dual RNA-seq study reveals how Sclerotinia sclerotiorum attacks cannabis at the molecular level, and why early detection matters for licensed producers.
CFIA Adopts High-Throughput Sequencing for Plant Pest Detection in 2026
The CFIA is implementing next-generation sequencing at the Centre for Plant Health to enhance early detection of plant pests and pathogens in Canada.
How 2025 Flooding Is Shaping Plant Disease Risks for the 2026 Growing Season
Severe 2025 flooding redistributed Pythium, Phytophthora, and Fusarium inoculum across agricultural regions. Learn how to prepare for elevated disease pressure in 2026.
Southern Rust Is Expanding North: What Corn Growers Need to Know in 2026
Southern rust expanded farther north and earlier in 2025, contributing to 517 million bushels of corn yield loss. Here’s how to prepare your scouting and fungicide strategy for 2026.
Fusarium Ear Rot and Mycotoxin Risks in Corn After a Wet 2025 Season
After record wet conditions in 2025, Fusarium and Gibberella ear rots surged across the Corn Belt. Here’s what corn growers need to know about mycotoxin testing and management for 2026.
Cotton Leafroll Dwarf Virus Went Undetected for 20 Years in U.S. Fields
A USDA study reveals CLRDV circulated in U.S. cotton since 2006, highlighting critical gaps in plant virus surveillance and the need for molecular diagnostics.
Seed-Borne Pathogens in Cannabis Propagation: Testing Beyond Hop Latent Viroid
New research confirms HLVd transmits through cannabis seeds at high frequency. Here’s why testing all propagation material for seed-borne pathogens is critical for clean stock programs.
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