© Photographed August 1, 2015
Erected April 2001 by UW Foundation
University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin Madison
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
DISEASE-RESISTANT PLANTS
At the end of the 19th century, a fungal infection called cabbage yellows threatened the entire Wisconsin cabbage crop. University of Wisconsin plant pathologist John C. Walker solved the problem by developing strains of cabbage resistant to the fungus. This was the first of many successful research efforts that later developed disease resistance in onions, potatoes, beans, peas, and cucumbers. Fifty-two of his 101 years of life were devoted to studying plant diseases at the University of Wisconsin.
The marker is located in front of the Russell Laboratories building on westbound Linden Drive, west of its intersection with Babcock Drive, at 1630 Linden Drive, Madison, Wisconsin 53706.
NOTE: Driving around and parking at the UW-Madison campus can be harrowing. Be sure to check the Google Map (above) and campus maps (below) before heading out.
UW-Madison Map and Parking
NOTE: Driving around and parking at the UW-Madison campus can be harrowing. Be sure to check the Google Map (above) and campus maps (below) before heading out.
National Academy of Sciences: John Charles Walker (1893-1994): A biographical memoir by Donald Jacobson Hagedorn
Historical Markers Highlight Accomplishments At UW-Madison AG College (Thursday, April 12th, 2001)
See also, UW Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences: The Land Ethic, also at this location.
Click here for a list of all markers located on the UW-Madison campus.
Historical Markers Highlight Accomplishments At UW-Madison AG College (Thursday, April 12th, 2001)
See also, UW Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences: The Land Ethic, also at this location.
Click here for a list of all markers located on the UW-Madison campus.
The marker is located on the campus of UW-Madison.
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