Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is the number one yield-robbing pest in soybeans in the United States, affecting over 200,000 growers and costing them an estimated $1.5 billion in yield annually.

It might come as a surprise to many farmers but soybean cyst nematode or SCN is the No. 1 yield-robbing pest in soybeans. There are no in-season rescue treatments, but farmers can check fields now ...

“Nematodes, which are microscopic worms inhabiting the soil, are vital contributors to soil vitality and the cycling of ...

Potatoes often sprout prematurely and while small sprouts are generally safe to remove before you eat the potato, large sprouts or green spots indicate it's best to chuck that spud on the compost ...

May 7, 2025 — Parasites are crucial indicators of ecosystem health, and their absence can signal trouble. Once pristine, Florida's Indian River Lagoon (IRL) now faces pollution and algal blooms ...

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Ask an outsider what they know about Idaho and the first answer you’ll probably get is “potatoes.” If you’re asking a sports fan, they may say “Smurf Turf.” But for those of us lucky to call Idaho ...

In nature, plants are associated with various microbes including bacteria, fungi, oomycetes, viruses, and nematodes. Plant-associated microbes affect host developmental processes and physiological ...

May 7, 2025 — Bacterial resistance negates the effect of antibiotics in the treatment of infection. Using mouse models, researchers now show that if antibiotics are administered with an enzyme ...