Common Problems

Growing tomatoes in high tunnels may require changing some of the management practices that you may employ when growing plants outdoors or in greenhouse environments.

High tunnels have become a staple on most vegetable farms as the demand for locally grown produce has risen throughout the country.

Black rot is one of the world's most economically significant diseases of cole crops.

Sweet corn growers have many more weed management tools at their disposal now compared to 10–15 years ago.

Water quality is often overlooked when considering cropping problems on vegetable farms

Fall and winter allow growers to reflect on the past growing season. Growers should compare high tunnel yields and note any yield reduction or decline in produce quality.

Foliar fertilization is frequently practiced on many vegetable and small fruit farms despite volumes of research showing that the major route or pathway for nutrient uptake in plants is through the root system and not the leaves.

We can see evidence of hornworms in our tomato fields during the growing season. Sometimes, the only clue is droppings on a few leaves of the plants.

Yellowmargined leaf beetle (YMLB) (Microtheca ochroloma) is a serious pest of cruciferous crops.

Control the insect pests that attack your vegetables.

Find out what's plaguing your vegetables.