As director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic, Hudelson serves the state from his base on the UW–Madison campus. “My primary job is to identify […]

How CALS scientists help the world-renowned Whistling Straits golf course get ready for this summer’s PGA Championship

CALS scientists from a wide range of disciplines help forge the future of a growing field

CALS is acclaimed as one of the best schools in the nation for training top-notch researchers and practitioners. Less known is the fact that CALS offers challenging, […]

Insects play a role in the spread of food-born pathogens on crops

BS’05 Genetics, Plant Pathology

Many of our state’s signature foods and industries are defined by a fragrant microbial process: fermentation. Why shouldn’t UW–Madison become a world leader in fermentation science? It’s a question that David Ryder, VP of brewing and research at MillerCoors, dares to ask—and a dream he’ll help CALS pursue.

Alexandra Huerta comes from a family of agricultural workers, but she is taking her career in a very different direction.

Scientist tracks how bacteria hitch ride on plants to get to humans.

Student finds real meaning behind Plant Pathology studies.

Professor of Plant Pathology

Bringing Wisconsin tubers overseas.