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Cherry Calcium Management Update
In Dr Wang’s recent study he found that the previous recommendation of three calcium applications did not increase concentrations of calcium in the fruit. Six…
Apple and grape mealy bug control for little cherry virus
With continued concern over little cherry virus it is important that we control the vectors – apple and grape mealy bug. Researchers tested several approaches…
Moving Beyond Calcium Sprays
Bitter pit is a major challenge for Honey Crisp producers world-wide. Dr. Lee Kalcsits, WSU Assistant Professor of Horticulture spoke at the 2018 International Tree…
The Deposition Triangle
Now is the time to prepare your sprayers for the spring. The greatest return on your investment is to 1) change your pressure gauge, 2)…
Robot Ready Canopies
With labor at harvest a major challenge to the global tree fruit industry, robotic harvesters are close to hitting the orchard. Dan Steere, Abundant Robotics;…
New EPA-Approved WPS Worker/Handler videos In English/Spanish are now available!
Thanks to the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health at Penn State for sharing these much needed resources: Safety in the Orchard: Understanding and Applying the…
Orchard Spraying and Following Label Requirements on Common Tree Fruit Pesticides
Compliance with pesticide labels requires managers and applicators to follow pesticide label directions. The “Directions for Use” section has mandatory language, noted in bold type…
Compost Record Keeping: What do I really need to have?
Learn which compost records are required for Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA) compliance and understand what you need with regards to audits. An article…
Efficacy of new and experimental products for control of powdery mildew on apple
In 2016 and 2017 several products were tested from green tip to 2nd or 3rd covers for the control of apple powdery mildew. See results…
