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Cornell roots for Geneva rootstocks
During IFTA annual meeting, researchers urge local growers to give N.Y.-bred Geneva roots a try before settling for Bud.9.
Deciphering designer rootstocks
More options mean more complex planting decisions.
Mulch-in cherries
Researchers study benefits of applying mulch to mature Oregon cherry orchard.
Calling out the codes in the trees
Genetic research explores the underpinning of tree architecture at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Appalachian Fruit Research Station.
Grants promote pollinator habitat
Program aims to improve habitat for native pollinators and beneficial insects.
Project examines rootstock’s role in bitter pit
Using rootstocks to manage bitter pit in Honeycrisp is one piece of a major research project known as Root2Fruit.
Zhou & Melgar: Where do nutrients go when you fertilize trees?
Researchers explore how ripening season affects peach tree nutrient requirements.
Sallato: Calcium deficiencies in fruit
WSU extension specialist explains how plant nutrition affects your orchard, production and fruit quality.
Management of grapevine trunk diseases varies by region
Vine surgery can help vineyards dealing with trunk pathogens stay productive, according to U.S.
Researchers look to fungi to help keep honeybees healthy
New research explores two very different fungi that could knock out the varroa mite and boost bees' immunity.
Moth myth explained
Traps say oriental fruit moth isn’t there, but better lure placement proves otherwise in Michigan peach orchards.
Boring into study of beetles and rapid apple decline
Link between black stem borer and collapse of young dwarf apple trees draws scrutiny from researcher.
Native natural enemies
Researchers looking at native cousins of the Asian parasitoid wasp that targets brown marmorated stink bug.
Harrison Van Meekeren, a young grower from Lakeville, Nova Scotia
https://youtu.be/o_kqGWKwkTk family background / Harrison grew up in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia and
SWD resistance a red flag for organic growers
The only organic insecticide for spotted wing drosophila is losing efficacy as the pest gains resistance in berry production region of California.
Hyperparasites: enemies of enemies of enemies
Hyperparasitic behavior among the findings of OSU trechnites study.
Genetic control for spotted wing drosophila
University of California, San Diego researchers exploring ways to use genetics to control spotted wing drosophila.
USDA announces funds to fight spotted lanternfly
Spotted lanternfly that feed on grapevines take a serious toll on vine health, reducing
Spotted lanternfly a new grape threat
Swarms of feeding spotted lanternfly can kill a vineyard. Will the Pennsylvania quarantine be able to keep them from spreading?
New pesticide application method a shot in the bark
MSU researcher compares trunk injection to spray application for pear psylla control.
Looking for the sweet spot in powdery mildew resistance
Researcher looks for genetic factors that make sweet cherries less susceptible to the fungal pathogen.
A look at the ins and outs of netting
WSU grad student studies the effect of orchard netting on bugs, both good and bad.
Reflective mulch proves repellent
WSU researcher finds reflective mulch keeps pear psylla out in early season.
Unravelling the mysteries of the grapevine leaffolder
New wine grape pest in one Washington region turns out to be cousin of common California leaffolder.
Sterile codling moth factory ‘a funky business’
British Columbia moth factory cranks out sterile bugs by the millions.
Breeding bugs to fly and die – Video
Researchers, technology company explore sterile codling moth releases in U.S. apple orchards.
DuPont: Moving toward bio-based IPM in pears
This campylomma adult at Washington State University Tree Fruit and Extension Center in Wenatchee, Washington,
Bitter rot spotting in Northeast and Midwest
North Carolina researcher gives Northeast, Midwest growers a head start on fighting apple disease.
New Innovator grant targets pesticide residue
Lav Khot, a biological systems professor at Washington State University, leads a tour at
San Jose scale scuffle in Michigan
Michigan cherry growers take on San Jose scale.
Managing fire blight for the conventional grower
A collection of the most-repeated tips for fire blight management.
Midwest faces strep-resistant fire blight
After a tough 2018, Michigan hopes to control fire blight this season.
Stopping shoot blight
Researchers investigate new ways to protect trees without sacrificing growth.
Organic control options for fire blight
OSU researcher shares tips for organic growers battling fire blight.
Stephen Garczynski: 1960–2019
Stephen Garczynski Stephen Garczynski, research geneticist at the USDA Agricultural Research Service
Viral link examined in rapid apple decline
Researchers have uncovered a new virus associated with the mysterious, rapid collapse of young dwarf apple trees, but discovering if it’s the culprit will require more research.
Little cherry disease creates a big problem
Little cherry disease may be approaching epidemic levels.
Phytoplasmas found in stone fruit
Scott Harper of the Clean Plant Center Northwest is asking stone fruit growers to be
Blueberry workshops offered in New York, March 5 and 14
The New York State Berry Growers Association (NYSBGA) has partnered with Cornell Cooperative Extension to
Digging into soil bacteria and chlorosis
WSU researcher searches for ways to use the connection between soil microbiology and Concord vine health.
A galling problem for grape growers
Crown gall survey uncovers clean plant confusion, shortages in Washington vineyards.
Winegrowers Day 2
From left, Sadie Drury, Bill Dickard, Lacey Lybeck and Joe Cotta speak about vineyard
Risk reduction has its rewards – Video
Panelists share some key tips to help bring success to your orchard.
Advice for avoiding harvest headaches
Grower panel offers tips and perspective for finishing the growing season on a high (quality) note.
Nonpesticidal controls for SWD
OSU researcher shares two new products showing promise in fighting spotted wing drosophila.
Biofungicide shows promise for cherry packers
First commercial use of natamycin in cherry packing last season reported successful.
New York viticulturist, climatologist earn Excellence in IPM Awards
Alice Wise, viticulture and research specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, and Keith
Cosmic contribution to Clean Plant Center
Using WA 38 graft wood fees, nursery institute donates funds for new growth chamber to Clean Plant Center Northwest.
Ozone filling a void for fruit packers
Organic storage and food safety needs drive renewed interest in ozone technology.
Dininny: A+ effort on next apple defect guide
One of the title slides used to catalog thousands of files of damaged, diseased and,