Crop-defending scientist Lindsey du Toit leads WSU Plant Pathology Dept.
Lindsey du Toit is the first woman to lead WSU Plant Pathology as full, regular chair.
Department of Plant Pathology
WSU scientists offer research, advice for successful vineyard management
From unpredictable weather to pests and diseases, vineyard managers contend with a lot of challenges. Sessions at the recent WineVit conference showed that Washington State University scientists are determined to help Washington’s grape growers be successful and prosperous.
Murray connecting plant, global health as member of National Academies’ Forum on Microbial Threats
Plant pathologist shares expertise to stem the spread of infectious disease
WSU scientist seeks Christmas trees that can withstand climate change
Drier summers and warmer autumns spell trouble for that iconic winter evergreen, the Christmas tree. A WSU scientist is working to safeguard the crop.
Discovery reveals how fungi bypasses plant defenses, kills plants
Learning how a white mold fungus avoids plant defenses could lead to a new tool to combat a pathogen that causes billions of dollars of crop loss worldwide.
March 19: Tacoma tree planting helps young scientists learn how redcedars can survive changing climate
The iconic Western redcedar may need human help to stay healthy.
Citizen science: Dahlia growers team up with WSU virologist to stop viral diseases’ spread
Researchers join with dahlia enthusiasts to encourage better routine propagation practices.
Viral proteins join forces to lower plants’ defense ‘shields’
Research holds promise to help plants defend themselves, prevent crop losses.
WSU opens Plant Sciences Building, new home for collaborative agricultural research
State-of-the-art research hub virtually dedicated through commemorative video.
WSU receives $3 million for endowment to bolster food security
WSU announces $3 million gift to establish the Rosalie & Harold Rea Brown Distinguished Endowed Chair in Plant Pathology.
