Tar spot on corn is here to stay in Illinois. Given that the pathogen that causes tar spot on corn can overwinter in infected residue, once the pathogen is in a field, it is more likely to be problematic in that field in the future. If you’ve been a victim of high incidence and/or severity of corn...

It’s never too early to think about plant diseases! There are few sure things in this great wide world of ours. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west, gravity holds us down to the earth, and living things are susceptible to pests and pathogens.  When you put your beans out in...

It is no secret that things are... not normal right now in the world. It is also no secret that the agricultural clock does not stop because of a pandemic.   That being said, we think it is important that you know that the University of...

Planting season is right around the corner! With any hope, things will go much smoother this year than last year (although that's not a very high bar to pass).  Continue to keep an eye on the weather! This includes not only what is going on in your area, but also monitoring the snowpack and melt...