Some plant pathologists work in the field, helping farmers solve their immediate problems. Others work in laboratories in universities, government agencies, and companies, where they research longer-term strategies for controlling disease. Through their efforts, all plant pathologists are trying to prevent plant disease and improve the quality of all of our lives. If you want to learn more about plant pathology, you are encouraged to visit the American Phytopathological Society . Besides providing our food and oxygen, plants give man raw materials for industry, housing, clothing, and medicine.
Plants are also important components of our recreational and home landscapes.
Plant pathologists work to maintain and improve the affordability, quality, safety, and supply of plant materials.