Although typically limited to the stems, white mold can infect tomato fruit, causing it to turn gray and then rapidly ...

Silicon powers more than electronics: In tomato plants, it fuels a complex defense system that could help farmers use fewer pesticides. Tomato plants on four continents are currently under attack ...

The team, comprising entomologists from the College of Agricultural Sciences, found that increased salt content in tomato plants reduces fruitworm larvae—or caterpillar—feeding and limits the ...

When choosing tomato seedlings, check the plant's leaves and stems for any discoloration or infection to reduce future issues. Consider using stakes or cages to keep your plants off the ground and ...

By PHYLLIS COULTER FarmWeek Tomatoes are growing in popularity as a crop in Illinois. “It’s becoming a tomato state,” said University of Illinois Professor Mohammed Babadoost. While Illinois is ...

But many people who try to grow the red fruits make one mistake when tending to their maturing plants. The gardening experts at Haxnicks warned: “Tomato plants should not be over or under-watered.

Tomato plants are the most popular vegetable grown in the home garden, so all we want is for them to thrive and produce a bountiful harvest. There are several ways to support tomatoes as they grow ...

Sharing his gardening knowledge that he's "learned over the years", he said that tomato plants, when still small, need to be pruned. Andre said: "One of the things I've learned over the years is ...

Even if you provide your plants with excellent care, they’ll eventually succumb to diseases or environmentally stressful conditions. Planting a new round of tomato seedlings every month increases the ...