A Look at Plant Pathogens & Insects
By Monica Pennewitt
Podcasts created by Monica Pennewitt, a graduate student in the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology at Iowa State University, that focus on Extension & Outreach about plant pathogens, insects, and management for modern agriculture.
A Look at Plant Pathogens & InsectsJul 29, 2019
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Soybean Gall Midge: A Brand New Pest - with Dr. Erin Hodgson
Dr. Erin Hodgson, professor at Iowa State University in the Department of Entomology, joins Monica to discuss a new pest, the Soybean Gall Midge, that has been spreading across the Midwest, wreaking havoc along it's path. During this episode, Erin & Monica discuss what scientists currently know about this pest, how to scout fields, and where research is headed in the future to combat it's damage.
Jul 29, 201926:57
Fungicidal Seed Treatments to Combat Fusarium - with Fernando Marcos
Fernando Marcos, a Graduate Student studying the nanoencapsulation of fungicide seed treatments as a management option for Fusarium graminearum, joins Monica to discuss disease biology, management options and his research to help educate farmers, producers and general stakeholders in the agricultural industry.
Jul 29, 201925:49