In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jan Leach from Colorado State University shares her research on strategies to make plants resilient to climate change-imposed stress. She discusses how plant disease resistance is shaped by microbial interactions, climate stress, and pathogen adaptation. Dr. Leach also explored her work on rice and how the Russian wheat aphid microbiome influences the insects’ aggressiveness to plants. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"The microbiome of the Russian wheat aphid is essential for its ability to cause symptoms on wheat."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jan Leach is a University Distinguished Professor in Agricultural Biology at Colorado State University, specializing in plant disease resistance and the phytobiome. An internationally recognized plant pathologist, she is the Immediate Past President of the International Society of Plant Pathology and a Fellow of the American Phytopathological Society. Dr. Leach earned her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and both her BS and MS from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with postdoctoral research at East Malling Research in the UK.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:55) Introduction
• (02:18) Pathway to plant pathology
• (05:11) Rice disease resistance
• (13:08) High temperature effects
• (14:36) Russian wheat aphid microbiome
• (21:56) Breeding for microbial resistance
• (23:57) Final three questions

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Vipan Kumar from Cornell University shares his journey in weed science and his work addressing weed management challenges in field crops. He explains the spread of invasive species, such as Palmer amaranth and waterhemp, crop rotation dynamics, and silage-related weed issues. Dr. Kumar also highlights current research on herbicide resistance, integrated management strategies, and new opportunities for growers. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Diversifying crop rotation and agronomic practices helps control at least 70% of weed issues."

Meet the guest: Dr. Vipan Kumar, Associate Professor and Extension Weed Specialist at Cornell University, holds a Ph.D. in Weed Science from Montana State University, an M.S. in Agronomy from Louisiana State University, and a B.Sc. in Crop Science from Punjab Agricultural University. His research focuses on weed biology, herbicide resistance, and the development of integrated weed management strategies for field crops.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:52) Introduction
• (02:30) Dr. Kumar’s career journey
• (06:19) Crop system differences
• (10:40) Crop rotation challenges
• (13:50) Silage weed concerns
• (23:22) Current research focus
• (28:42) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Phuong Dao from Colorado State University shares cutting-edge insights into how remote sensing, AI, and geospatial science are transforming precision agriculture. Learn how high-resolution hyperspectral imaging and machine learning are helping detect crop issues, optimize yields, and prepare the next generation of agricultural data scientists. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Remote sensing provides a non-destructive and rapid method to detect and monitor disturbances in crops."

Meet the guest: Dr. Phuong Dao earned his Ph.D. in Physical Geography and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto and currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Biology at Colorado State University. His research integrates remote sensing, machine learning, and plant ecology to improve agricultural outcomes.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:56) Introduction
• (04:16) Remote sensing use
• (05:51) Hyperspectral imaging
• (13:01) Future of ag tech
• (15:26) AI in crop science
• (17:58) Workforce development
• (22:49) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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