Welcome

The WSU - Mount Vernon program in vegetable pathology focuses on the biology and management of fungal and nematode diseases of fresh and processing vegetables in western Washington.  Information about our research and extension activities, and vegetable disease control can be found by clicking the links in the left margin.

Program Information

• Field, greenhouse, and laboratory research projects on late blight of potato and tomato; cyst nematode, downy mildew and root rot of green pea; anthracnose of lettuce; and leaf spot diseases of carrot, and cucurbits 
• Presentation of research findings at professional meetings and conferences 
• Plant disease education including field demonstrations, commodity group presentations, popular magazine articles, written materials, and workshops for the agricultural community 
• Diagnosis and control recommendations for vegetable diseases of commercial fields, greenhouses and home gardens