Why Plant Diseases Threaten Food, Jobs and Exports | Ep. 136

In this episode of the Lucentlands Podcast, hosts Dewald Kirsten and Louise Brodie speak to Dr Ida Wilson, Specialist Agricultural Scientist and international independent scientific consultant associated with Stellenbosch University. Dr Wilson describes herself as a “plant doctor” — someone who works at the intersection of microbiology, plant disease management, crop health, biosecurity, and practical problem-solving for producers. Her work focuses on helping farmers and agricultural businesses understand complex crop problems, identify the real causes behind disease or damage, and make better decisions to protect production, market access, and long-term sustainability. The conversation explores why plant health...