Producers of field peas may need to scout for powdery mildew this year. Powdery mildew is a late-season fungal disease that can impact peas if weather conditions are conducive. Peas that are planted ...

Q:Last summer, in our San Diego County garden, squash, cucumbers and melons were plagued with powdery mildew. I used an organic product: Worry Free brand Copper Soap Fungicide. We followed label ...

One of my favorite things to do on a family road trip is to slow down and take in whatever town we are passing through. Often I spy wild purple peas climbing a rickety fence at a house or two, or ...

Q: My cucumbers got powdery mildew, and the plant has pretty much died. Can I eat the cucumbers that are still on it? What should I do to avoid this problem next year? A: Yes, if your plants get ...