Welcoming Fall 2026 New Students
Our department has two new students incoming for the Fall 2026 semester, Julia Brandfonbrener and Maddie Burke.
Eva Mulandesa is here to solve plant health problems
Taking a postdoctoral research position focused on tar spot of corn may seem like a surprising departure after an education in cosmetic diseases of citrus fruit, but Eva Mulandesa is no stranger to taking on a bold new experience.
Unlocking microbial magic: Kinkel-helmed Jord Bioscience releases first product, receives AgTech Breakthrough Award
A first-of-its-kind soil biostimulant produced by UMN-launched start-up Jord BioScience has just entered the commercial market, and is already taking home its first global award.
Power in the panel: How a multifaceted evaluation of Sclerotinia stem rot on soybean can boost sustainable breeding
With this more comprehensive comparative information, soybean breeders and growers can work to lessen reliance on fungicide applications and move towards a strategy that breeds and implements research-backed resistant varieties.
Bob Blanchette awarded MSA Distinguised Mycologist of 2026
The Distinguished Mycologist Award is one of the highest awards bestowed by the Mycological Society of America, and it is designed to recognize individuals that have a truly distinguished career in the field of mycology in terms of either research or service.
Welcoming new research professional Andrew Rajczewski
In his new role, Andrew will take up recently-retired Yanhong Dong’s previous post as the mass spectrometry specialist in the Department.