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Many plant diseases such as soybean rust, stem rust of wheat, late blight of tomatoes and potatoes and citrus canker or greening pose a real threat to the agricultural industry. Plant pathology plays a vital role in feeding our growing population and maintaining the health of the plants and our environment. Whether you are a grower, gardener, student, international stakeholder or an interested consumer you can stay updated on vegetable plant health issues and the activities in Sally Miller's lab by reading, downloading or requesting reliable information right here!
Melanie Lewis Ivey Completes PhD Program
Congratulations to Melanie Lewis Ivey for successfully completing her PhD. Melanie if the first student in the departments history to complete a PhD program while working full time. The title of her dissertation is "Assessing Microbial Risks and Management Strategies in Vegetables". Melanie will be hooded by Dr. Sally Miller on December 11th.
Sally Miller Receives $2 Million Grant
Sally Miller received a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department Of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to improve disease control and food safety in the greenhouse tomato industry. This is a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional project that involves stakeholders, Extension specialists and academics. [Press Release]
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