As we enjoy the many wonderful things about fall in the Pacific Northwest, take a minute to learn how WSU researchers are working to ensure the health of a seasonal favorite—the pumpkin.
Tracking a bacterial culprit in the case of the warty pumpkin
CAHNRS News | On a Halloween pumpkin, warts and bumps have a certain spooky charm. But some unwanted bacteria-caused blemishes open the door to infections that rot and ruin this bright, seasonal fruit. Pseudomonas syringae is a rod-shaped bacterium that infects a range of vegetables and fruits. A mild case lends pumpkins “a little character,”…