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- 6 days ago46 min
(S5:E7) Frog Eye-PM: Predictive Modeling Part 1
In this episode Ed interviews Dr. José González-Acuña, recent Ph.D. graduate at Iowa State University. They discuss José's Thesis work on frogeye leaf spot and efforts to expand the ever growing library of plant disease predictive models. Additional Resources https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-026-46975-z#Sec14 https://journals.ashs.org/view/journals/horttech/27/5/article-p710.xml https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/news/new-crop-risk-tool-enhances-disease-management-decisions Time Stamps 00:44 Introduction to Jose's Academic Journey 03:13 The Path to Plant Pathology 13:45 Understanding Frog Eye Leaf Spot 18:55 Management Strategies for Frog Eye Leaf Spot 21:51 Fungicide Resistance and Its Implications 23:39 The Journey to Predictive Modeling 25:57 The Role of Predictive Models in Agriculture 28:49 Understanding Predictive Modeling 34:26 Types of Predictive Models 40:09 Logistic Regression and Machine Learning Models 45:36 outro with logo.mp4 Zaworski, E. (Host) and González-Acuña, J. (Interviewee). S5:E7 (Podcast). Frog Eye-PM: Predictive Modeling Part 1. 5/13/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Apr 15, 20261h 17m
(S5:E6) Dr. Banana vs. Tropical Race 4
In this episode Ed interviews Fernando Garcia-Bastidas, also known as Dr. banana. They discuss banana production and the very destructive disease known as banana wilt. Additional Resources https://www.keygene.com/banana-research-and-breeding-keygene/ https://linktr.ee/DrBananaGarcia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhPEErJnErU Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to Bananas and Fernando's Journey 00:42 Introductions 03:28 The Fascinating World of Bananas 06:12 KeyGene and Banana Breeding Innovations 09:07 Understanding Panama Disease and Its History 12:09 The Impact of Fusarium Wilt on Banana Cultivation 15:00 Banana Propagation and Monoculture Risks 18:17 Challenges in Banana Production 20:56 Fusarium Wilt: Transmission and Biosecurity Measures 23:48 The Global Spread of Fusarium Wilt 27:05 Social Implications of Fusarium Wilt 29:31 Future of Banana Cultivation and Breeding 39:30 The Impact of Fusarium on Banana Production 39:44 Understanding Banana Races and Their Threats 41:43 Geographical Spread of Fusarium Race 4 43:38 Banana Production: Global Insights 45:41 Management Strategies Against Fusarium 49:38 Symptoms and Effects of Fusarium Wilt 53:33 Breeding for Resistance: The Future of Bananas 57:55 Consumer Acceptance and Market Challenges 01:00:29 Exploring Banana Diversity and Flavor Profiles 01:04:38 The Future of Banana Production 01:08:38 Public Awareness and the Importance of Bananas 01:16:25 Outro Zaworski, E. (Host) and Garcia-Bastidas, F. (Interviewee). S5:E6 (Podcast). Dr. Banana vs. Tropical Race 4. 4/15/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Mar 25, 202640 min
(S5:E5) Documenting the Nations Grandest Trees: The Gathering Growth Foundation Part 2
In this episode Ed interviews Brian Kelley of the Gathering Growth foundation. They discuss Brian's mission to photograph and document some of the nation's oldest and largest trees to raise awareness and preserve their legacy. Additional Resources https://www.gatheringgrowth.org/ https://www.americanforests.org/champion-trees/ https://nationalchampiontree.org https://soundcloud.com/user-954267106 Time Stamps Introduction to Gathering Growth Foundation Adventures in Tree Photography The Importance of Documenting Trees Future Projects and Aspirations Engaging the Public with Tree Awareness Zaworski, E. (Host) and Kelley, B. (Interviewee). S5:E5 (Podcast). Documenting the Nations Grandest Trees: The Gathering Growth Foundation Part 2. 3/25/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Mar 18, 202643 min
(S5:E4) Documenting the Nations Grandest Trees: The Gathering Growth Foundation Part 1
In this episode Ed interviews Brian Kelley of the Gathering Growth foundation. They discuss Brian's mission to photograph and document some of the nation's oldest and largest trees to raise awareness and preserve their legacy. Additional Resources https://www.gatheringgrowth.org/ https://www.americanforests.org/champion-trees/ https://nationalchampiontree.org https://soundcloud.com/user-954267106 Time Stamps Introduction to I See Dead Plants Podcast Brian Kelly and the Gathering Growth Foundation The Journey from Skateboarding to Tree Photography The Importance of Documenting Trees Understanding Champion Trees The Role of State and Global Tree Registries Why Documenting Trees Matters Documenting Trees: The Process and Outputs Zaworski, E. (Host) and Kelley, B. (Interviewee). S5:E4 (Podcast). Documenting the Nations Grandest Trees: The Gathering Growth Foundation Part 1. 3/18/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Mar 11, 202655 min
(S5:E3) Silent Yield Killer: Soybean Cyst Nematode and the SCN Coalition
In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Sam Markell of North Dakota State University. They discuss the emerging threat of SCN in North Dakota and how the SCN coalition aims to combat this ever-present threat. Additional Resources https://www.thescncoalition.com/ Time Stamps Introduction to the ICDeadPlants Podcast Understanding Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) The Impact of SCN in North Dakota The SCN Coalition: A Public-Private Partnership Reviving the SCN Coalition and Its Strategies Building Partnerships for Agricultural Success Advice for Future Public-Private Partnerships Recognizing Achievements and Future Directions The Impact of the SCN Coalition on Farmers Zaworski, E. (Host) and Markell, S. (Interviewee). S5:E3 (Podcast). Silent Yield Killer: Soybean Cyst Nematode and the SCN Coalition. 3/11/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Mar 4, 202647 min
(S5:E2) When Life Doesn't Give you Lemons: Citrus Greening Part 2
In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Lauren Diepenbrock, Entomologist from University of Florida. They discuss the devastating and complicated insect/plant disease complex, citrus greening. Additional Resources https://crec.ifas.ufl.edu/research/citrus-production/disease-identification/citrus-greening-huanglongbing/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0261219424002990 Time Stamps Understanding Citrus Greening and Its Impact The Role of Alternate Hosts and Landscape Changes Geographical Spread of Citrus Greening Global Challenges in Citrus Production Management Strategies for Citrus Greening Innovative Approaches to Pest Management Managing Citrus Pests and Diseases Innovative Approaches in Citrus Research International Collaboration in Citrus Management Future Research Directions in Citrus Greening Understanding Citrus Greening's Complexity Zaworski, E. (Host) and Diepenbrock, L. (Interviewee). S5:E2 (Podcast). When Life Doesn't Give you Lemons: Citrus Greening Part 2. 3/4/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Feb 25, 202640 min
(S5:E1) When Life Doesn't Give you Lemons: Citrus Greening Part 1
In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Lauren Diepenbrock, Entomologist from University of Florida. They discuss the devastating and complicated insect/plant disease complex, citrus greening. Additional Resources https://crec.ifas.ufl.edu/research/citrus-production/disease-identification/citrus-greening-huanglongbing/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0261219424002990 Time Stamps Introduction to Citrus Greening and Guest Background Understanding the Citrus Industry and Its Challenges Innovative Solutions in Citrus Growing Challenges in Citrus Production Understanding Citrus Greening The Role of Psyllids in Citrus Health Zaworski, E. (Host) and Diepenbrock, L. (Interviewee). S5:E1 (Podcast). When Life Doesn't Give you Lemons: Citrus Greening Part 1. 2/25/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
- Dec 31, 202556 min
(S4:E45) Blights Get Sick Too: Chestnut Blight and Hypovirulence
In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Danielle Mikolajewski a postdoctoral candidate in the plant pathology department at the University of Florida. Ed and Danielle discuss some of Danielle's Ph.D. research on chestnut blight and one of the methods being studied in attempt to bring back the American Chestnut; hypovirulence. Additional Resources https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/13033/ Time Stamps Introduction to ICDeadPlants Podcast Journey into Plant Pathology Understanding Chestnut Blight Exploring Hypovirulence and Its Implications The Super Donor Concept Challenges and Limitations of the Super Donor Potential Environmental Impacts of Hypoviruses The Importance of American Chestnut Future of American Chestnut Research Exploring Hypovirulence in Other Pathogens Summarizing the Research Impact Zaworski, E. (Host) Mikolajewski, D. (Interviewee). S4:E45 (Podcast). Blights Get Sick Too: Chestnut Blight and Hypovirulence. 12/31/2025. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network. Transcript
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