OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (KMBC) — Weeks of heavy rain and high humidity this summer have taken a toll on tomato crops across Kansas and Missouri, leaving some farmers short on supply. “Tomato season for ...

One heavy rain or a single round with the hose could be the thing that ruins your tomato crop. Any amount of water that falls directly onto the plant's leaves can carry fungal spores that could lead ...

Tomato is a widely cultivated crop, valued for both culinary and medicinal purposes. Its vulnerability to various pests and diseases, especially affecting leaves, poses a challenge for growers.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Tomatoes represent a $1.9 billion annual crop, nationwide. They’re planted on 330,000 acres across 18 states, but diseases such as bacterial spot can ravage the popular crop.

Tomatoes are some of the most popular plants in home gardens - but are prone to various diseases. Understanding which diseases are prevalent and what to do will help keep your tomatoes healthy. Tomato ...

A view of cherry tomatoes on Eran Guy’s farm. All of these plants are infected with TBRFV, which has caused them to grow spindly and produce significantly fewer tomatoes. Photo taken November 2.

[email protected]. IT’S 806 AND FARMERS IN KANSAS HAVE BEEN TANGLED UP IN TOMATO TROUBLES THESE PAST FEW MONTHS, SOME LOSING AS MUCH AS A FOURTH OF THEIR ENTIRE CROP. KMBC NINE S RACHEL RIPP CAUGHT UP ...