At first sight, plant diseases are diagnosed as being caused by a single factor or microbe. Those infections commonly are either caused by, or the result of, a complex of multiple pathogens. The complexity of these types of infections make them difficult to understand, study or manage. However, that understanding is important for the development of breeding strategies for resistant lines and creation of novel control strategies. Studies at Ohio State have shown remote sensing to be a highly effective method for evaluating plant health. This project applies that technology to soybean fields in Ohio to evaluate plant health and disease complexes.
Key Benefactors:
farmers, agronomists, extension agents