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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 10h

Registration is now open for our Research Ethics Course! Join us for a 14-week online program designed to help you meet NSF, NIH, and other requirements.

Starts Feb. 11, 2026. Register: https://bit.ly/4qapI5m

#researchethics #scientificintegrity #apscourse #education

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Plant Health Progress @planthealthprog.bsky.social · 3d

Plant Disease Management Reports (PDMRs) are now easier to navigate! A new update allows users to filter PDMRs by crop type and author, making it easier than ever to find relevant reports.

Explore PDMRs published in Plant Health Progress: apsjournals.apsnet.org/topic/pdmrar...

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 3d

Registration is now open for “Tiny Invaders, Big Trouble,” a must-attend webinar for anyone in agriculture or plant science!

Join us Nov 18 | 1–2 p.m. CT
FREE for members

Sign up: https://bit.ly/4o078L0

#plantscience #nematology #agriculture #cropprotection #APSwebinar

American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 5d

Want to help guide the future of the APS Annual Meeting? The Annual Meetings Board (AMB) is looking for new members. Shape the meeting program while representing your field.

Applications close October 10!

Submit interest form today: https://bit.ly/4nWTjNC

American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 7d

Coming soon: Plant Health Rewind! 👀 Couldn’t attend #planthealth2025 or catch every session in Honolulu? Soon you’ll be able to revisit the groundbreaking science, posters, plenaries, and more from the meeting.

Stay tuned! https://bit.ly/3VJKJpv

planthealthrewind

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 10d

New event! Register and explore the full commercialization journey of biocontrol agents in “From Discovery to Deployment.”

Don’t miss out:
Nov. 7 | 1:00 pm CT
FREE for APS members

Register: https://bit.ly/4qaSL8X

#apswebinar #plantpathology #biocontrol #agsolutions

American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 11d

The OIP Global Membership Program is back, and we are now accepting applications! Gain access to webinars, publishing discounts, networking opportunities, and more.

Submissions are open now through December 31, 2025. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/46w75RB

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 12d

#ICYMI Applications are open! The OIP International Research Achievement Award honors APS members advancing plant pathology. The award includes a Certificate of Achievement + a $500 award.

Apply by December 5: https://bit.ly/42mc9p7

#plantdisease #plantpathology #research

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 13d

The APS Annual Meetings Board (AMB) is seeking two new Committee Members for 2025!

If you have expertise in bacteriology, microbiomes, virology, or molecular diagnostics, this is your chance.

Complete this form by Oct 10: https://bit.ly/4nWTjNC

#planthealth #annualmeeting

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 13d

Dr. Libby Cieniewicz (Clemson Univ.) joins host Matt Kasson to explore plant virology, fruit crop virus ecology, managing disease vectors & supporting grad student-led associations.
🔗 Listen now: https://www.plantopiapodcast.org/64

#PlantScience #Virology

👉 https://www.plantopiapodcast.org/63

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 19d

Last chance to join tomorrow’s #APSwebinar! Learn how to position biocontrol innovations in a growing global market and discover strategies to scale production and adoption.

Sign up: https://bit.ly/3HICdn9

Free for members | $49 nonmembers

#biocontrol #planthealth

American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 27d

Our new micro-course “Fungicide Resistance Demystified” started Sept. 3, but there is still time to enroll and join the course. Catch up on missed materials and catch the next live session on Sept. 17!

Sign up: bit.ly/45nVdQK

#APScourse #plantpathology #continuinged

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 27d

Meet the experts guiding a timely conversation at “A Primer on Agrosecurity for Plant Pathologists” on Sept. 18.

Don’t miss their insights! Register today: bit.ly/45GaX0u

#apswebinar #agrosecurity #plantpathology #planthealth

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · 27d

Do you know someone making an impact in their field? Celebrate their achievements by submitting an APS award nomination before December 1.

Learn more and nominate today: bit.ly/3TRNPad

#awardnominations #APSawards

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Phytopathology® @phytopathology.bsky.social · Sep 12

NEW: "Landmarks in Phytopathology" celebrates influential research that has helped to shape the field of plant pathology. This virtual issue features seminal studies and thoughtful reflections from authors and senior editors. Explore it here: apsjournals.apsnet.org/landmarksphyto

Landmarks in Phytopathology: A Virtual Issue

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Sep 9

The biocontrol market is evolving fast—are you ready to seize the opportunity? Join us Sept 25 for “Seizing the Market” to explore emerging trends, scaling strategies, and real-world pathways to success.

Register: bit.ly/3HICdn9

#apswebinar #biocontrol #plantscience

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Sep 9

Join us on Sept. 18 for “A Primer on Agrosecurity for Plant Pathologists” to learn:

▪️ Key concepts of plant biosecurity
▪️ Training needs and opportunities for plant pathologists

Save your spot: bit.ly/45GaX0u

#apswebinar #agrosecurity #plantpathology #planthealth

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 29

Don't miss your chance to win free registration to #PlantHealth2026 in Rhode Island. Members: Submit your work or research to our APS Outreach Project by August 31 for a chance to win—and get published! #APSscience bit.ly/46TyAFh

American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 29

PhD student Isako “Izzi” Di Tomassi shares her journey as an early-career plant pathologist, overcoming challenges, co-creating the McClintock Letters Initiative, and why #sciencecommunication matters. #Plantopia
www.plantopiapodcast.org/63

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 25

Join us on September 18 for “A Primer on Agrosecurity for Plant Pathologists: The Why, Where, and How We Keep our Food Production Systems Safe.”

FREE for members | $49 nonmembers
Register now: bit.ly/45GaX0u

#apswebinar #agrosecurity #plantpathology #planthealth

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 25

Ready to level up your plant health expertise with our new Micro-Course? “Fungicide Resistance Demystified” starts September 3, and it’s perfect for you!

Secure your spot today: bit.ly/45nVdQK

#APScourse #plantpathology #education

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 25

Join us on Sept 25 for “Seizing the Market: Trends, Opportunities, and Scaling Strategies for Biocontrol Agents” to gain a strategic view of the fast-evolving global market for biocontrol agents.

Register today: bit.ly/3HICdn9

#apswebinar #biocontrol #plantscience

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 18

Members: Submit your work or research to our APS Outreach Project, and you could win free registration to #PlantHealth2026 in Rhode Island. Contribute your topic by August 31 for a chance to win—and get published! #APSscience bit.ly/46TyAFh

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American Phytopathological Society (APS) @plantdisease.bsky.social · Aug 18

Recognize excellence in plant pathology! APS members are invited to submit award nominations now through December 1.

Review eligibility and requirements before nominating your colleagues: bit.ly/3TRNPad

#APSawardnominations #plantpathology #APSmembers #plantscience

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Ching-Jung Lin @chjlin.bsky.social · Aug 8

A meaningful moment in my plant pathology journey, fueled by my passion for nematology, bacteriology, and biotech. Grateful for support from UCD Plant Pathology, APS, industry partners, and especially the guidance and lab support from Drs. Shahid Siddique & Gitta Coaker. #PlantHealth2025 🪱🦠🌱🌺

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