Impacts

An Ongoing Vision

The Crop Protection Network (CPN) is a multi-state and international collaboration of university and provincial extension specialists, public, and private professionals dedicated to providing unbiased, research-based information to farmers and agricultural personnel. We support our communities through the implementation of online tools for crop scouts and researchers, regularly publishing impactful content, developing continuing education opportunities, and creating a network of 400+ specialists from 43 U.S. states and Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec, Canada.

2025

Crop Protection Network Impacts

Through its collaborative efforts, CPN has effectively improved the resilience and sustainability of crop management, benefiting farmers, agribusinesses, and educators alike. By disseminating new publications, research, and accessible media, CPN has contributed to more informed decision-making in crop protection, particularly in alfalfa, corn, cotton, small grains, and soybeans.

CPN's impact is evident in the high levels of engagement from a variety of stakeholders. Its website and social media platforms attract tens of thousands of users, page views, and followers. CPN remains committed to educating crop professionals, delivering thousands of Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Units each year. Additionally, CPN's success with its podcast series, webinars, and partnerships with other organizations has expanded its reach and influence in the field.

As CPN continues to evolve and grow, it remains an indispensable resource for the agricultural sector, contributing to more resilient and sustainable farming practices. The collaborative spirit and dedication of its members reflect their shared commitment to the vitality of crop protection and the prosperity of the farming community.

400

Specialists from 43 U.S. States, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec, Canada have contributed to CPN since its inception.

139

Publications

234

Encyclopedia Articles

5

Web Books

250+

Educational Videos

135

"I See Dead Plants" Podcast Episodes

125,000

Users accessed the Crop Protection Network website in 2024

10,700

Certified Crop Advisor continuing education credits awarded

18,800

Downloads of CPN "I See Dead Plants" Podcast

7,730

Followers across social media platforms

6,900

Hours of educational content watched

Activities

The Crop Protection Network (CPN) is a dynamic organization committed to advancing crop disease and pest management research and supporting the dissemination of new information to farmers, industry professionals, and the agriculture community at large. CPN has contributed to the agricultural landscape in the U.S. and Canada through various activities and initiatives, including:

Knowledge sharing: CPN maintains, expands, and shares unbiased information, expertise, and best practices among farmers, agricultural professionals, researchers, and other stakeholders within the agricultural sector.

Publication and resource expansion: CPN provides research-based information to help farmers and others responsible for pest management decisions respond to emerging and existing issues. CPN maintains a user-friendly website that offers a wealth of resources, tools, and publications on a variety of crop diseases and pest management topics.

Podcasting and multimedia: CPN offers a variety of multimedia resources, including CPN TV, webinars, and podcasts, to deliver educational content to a broad audience.

Community Engagement: CPN actively participates in key agricultural conferences and fosters connections, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with industry professionals and experts.

International Reach: In 2024 over 25,000 new users visited the CPN library from Canada, India, the Philippines, Brazil, Pakistan, and China.

To me, there are a lot of aspects of the CPN that are valuable in my day to day role as an agronomist. Farmers are often frustrated with the price of fungicides, so using CPN efficacy charts, backed by university data, has been very valuable in helping farmers feel more informed and more confident in choosing which fungicides they want to use to protect their crops.

Mitchell Roth, PhD Regional Proprietary Agronomist

As both a contributor and user of the Crop Protection Network, I’ve found it to be a valuable resource that helps ensure both I and my Missouri clientele can stay easily up-to-date with the latest pest management information. Easy-to-read graphics, videos, social media posts and tools developed through the network can inform farmers’ crop protection decisions and guide future research.

Mandy Bish State Extension Plant Pathologist

The importance of getting science-based information out to growers on current and relevant agronomic issues is important in helping everyone make the best decisions and recommendations for the farm. Knowing that experts from universities across the U.S. contribute their knowledge and expertise to the articles and publications on the website gives me the confidence I need to take that information and discuss the topic with others. Every time I visit the CPN website I know that I am getting to most up-to-date information.

Andrew Penney M.S., PhD., CCA Technical Agronomist – Bayer Crop Science