UC Ag Experts Talk: Branched Broomrape: A Parasitic Weed Threat to the Tomato Industry

Dr. Brad Hanson discussed branched broomrape, a parasitic weed currently classified in California as an “A” pest, an organism of known economic importance subject to California State enforced action involving eradication, quarantine regulation, containment, rejection, or other holding action. He discussed the establishment and spread of branched broomrape in California tomato production regions and the potentially severe consequences for individual growers and for the entire tomato industry. Regulatory and quarantine status and management updates were also provided.
The webinar was recorded on November 8, 2023 and targeted to growers and pest management professionals. For Master Gardeners and others serving home environments, please note that management methods, especially any pesticides mentioned, are not to be used without a clear understanding of their legal use. Continuing Education credits are not available for recorded webinars. Closed captions are being reviewed for accuracy and will be corrected as necessary.
Speaker: Dr. Brad Hanson, UCCE Cooperative Extension Specialist, UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences
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