APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee

@APS_Tropical

The APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee seeks to increase awareness and promote education and research about plant pathogens affecting tropical crops.

Joined September 2021

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APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical Jul 20, 2022

It was great to see the folks joining the APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical meeting this week & to discuss plans!

Thanks to our new committee Chair Romina Gazis @ClinicPlant and new Vice-Chair Ronald French!

APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical Jun 4

New resource on guidance for cacao cultivation in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean!

saberesdelcacao.com

APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical Apr 9

Register for the upcoming APS Research Forum focusing on Tropical Plant Health (23 April 2026, 1pm CT / 2pm EST). Great opportunity to learn about ongoing research on tropical crops, and meet new scientists in the field. bit.ly/3D4v9if

APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical Mar 19, 2025

Thank you Randy Ploetz for your kindness, support, and for advancing the field of tropical plant pathology

UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center @UFTropical Mar 7, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we share with you the passing of our colleague, Professor Emeritus Randy Ploetz. Many of you may not have known Professor Ploetz as he served at the TREC from 1986 to 2018.
Dr. Ploetz was a world authority on diseases that affect fruit crops. (1/4)

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APS Tropical Plant Pathology Committee @APS_Tropical Feb 27, 2025

Register for the APS Student and Early Career Research Forum (March 5, 2025 2pm CT/ 3pm EST). The theme is "Fungal Pathogens Affecting Woody Plant Hosts”. This interactive event is a great opportunity to discuss research with new scientists in the field

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