Updated Flue-Cured Tobacco Variety Disease Ratings for 2025
The updated flue-cured tobacco variety disease ratings for 2025 have been posted. Check it out here! Flue cured variety resistance …
Daisy Ahumada
Assistant Professor and Extension Field Crop Pathology Specialist Entomology & Plant Pathologydaisy_ahumada@ncsu.eduJob Description Management of diseases in corn, cotton, and tobacco
Recent Posts by Daisy Ahumada
Fall Fungicide Recommendations for Root Rot Control in Strawberries
Root rot caused by the fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora is a common problem on strawberries in North Carolina, and once …
Tobacco Connection Vol. 2., Num. 4 (Fall 2025 Update)
As the 2025 season wraps up, we’re shifting into fall and winter mode. In Tobacco Connection Vol. 2., Num. 4 …
Managing Tobacco Barn Rots
Tobacco Barn Rots Barn rot is a common issue in flue-cured tobacco and can cause major losses during curing. Affected …
Tobacco Connection: Vol 2, Num. 3 (Summer 2025 Update)
As we get closer to harvest, get timely updates on labor, insect control, and curing in Tobacco Connection: Vol …
Considerations for Fungicide Applications in North Carolina Corn
Current Situation in North Carolina Corn is currently at the tasseling and silking stages across the state, which is typically …
Root Cause Reports: One Month In, and Growing
It’s been one month since the launch of Root Cause Reports!From seedling diseases to deer damage and stink bugs, …
Dichotomous Key for Identifying Corn Leaf Spot Disorders
Are the spots circular with tan centers and purple to dark brown margins, possibly surrounded by yellow halos? → …