Peaches and pathogens

Historically, West Tennessee has been known for commodity crops such as soy, corn and especially cotton. But in recent years, an increasing number of farmers in the area have started growing specialty crops — fruits and vegetables — because they're generally way more profitable per acre. Think $6,000 per acre in revenue compared to $800 per acre.  But for some farmers, there's an issue. Peaches are a popular choice among specialty crops — but you have to protect them from diseases such as peach scab and brown rot. And that's where researchers from the University of Memphis come in.  Reporter John Klyce joins us today to talk about peaches and pathogens and how the U of M is trying to help local farmers.  Plus: Memphians in Nashville react to proposed redistricting The Band Camino will be the first concert at Satellite Music Hall Aqua Falls is coming to the former Carolina Watershed property Arlington school board candidates enjoy unopposed primaries FedEx stock is down nearly 10% after Amazon announced delivery expansion Ghost River Brewing on Beale is set to close