Little Cherry Disease Day
February 25 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for an in-depth look at research-based information on managing Little Cherry Disease (LCD)
Hear from researchers, extension, economists, a panel of growers, and nursery professionals who share survival strategies for managing LCD. Enjoy a sponsored lunch, interactive Q&A sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Hybrid Format
In-person at WSU Yakima County Extension (2403 S 18th St, Union Gap, 98903).
Zoom webinar link here
Registration
This event is free of charge. Registration is required for in-person attendance to estimate lunch for everyone; Please RSVP by 2/23/25 at the link below.
No registration is required if you attend the virtual webinar.
Check out the Agenda Below!
9:00 – 9:10 Introduction + LCD Background / Overview; Corina Serban, WSU Extension
9:10 – 9:30 New Findings in X-disease Pathology; Scott Harper, WSU Plant Pathology
9:30 – 9:55 Unraveling the Complexities of X-disease: USDA’s Collaborative Approach and Future Direction; Adrian Marshall, USDA-ARS
9:55 – 10:20 Unraveling the Complexities of X-disease: WSU’s Approach and Management Recommendations; Tobin Northfield, WSU Entomology
10:20 – 10:40 A Practical Approach to Identifying Little Cherry Disease and Other Pathogens in Orchards; Garrett Bishop, G.S. Long Company – Quality Services
10:40 – 10:50 Q&A
10:50 – 11:00 Break
11:00 -11:35 Fighting Pests and Diseases Together: An Exploratory Study for WA Cherry Industry; Karina Gallardo, WSU Professor / Extension Economist (Don’t miss out! In-person attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a raffle prize drawing)
11:35 – 11:50 Economic Perspective of X-disease; Welcome Sauer, Retired Tree Fruit Executive / WSU Northfield Lab
11:50 – 12:00 Q&A
12:00 – 12:40 Sponsored Lunch
12:40 – 12:55 LCD Research & Extension Updates from OR, Ashley Thompson, OSU Extension
12:55 – 1:00 Q&A
1:00 – 1:15 Canine Little Cherry Disease Detection Research Project Update; Jessica Kohntopp, Ruff Country K9 LLC
1:15 – 1:25 Q&A
1:25 – 1:45 Why Clean Plant Programs? From the CPCNW to WA Growers; Scott Harper, WSU Plant Pathology
1:45 – 2:00 WSDA Certification Program Little Cherry Disease Update, Segun Akinbade, WSDA
2:00 – 2:10 Q&A
2:10 – 2:50 Surviving with Little Cherry Disease | Grower & Nursery Panel;
2:50 – 3:00 End of Program + Survey, Corina Serban, WSU Extension
Thank You to Our Generous Event Sponsors!
Thank you to Qualterra for sponsoring our morning coffee and pastries – helping us start the day energized and ready to connect. And a special appreciation to G.S. Long Company and AGNEMA Laboratory for sponsoring lunch, ensuring everyone could enjoy a great meal while networking and learning together.
If you have any questions please contact Corina Serban (WSU Extension) corina.serban@wsu.edu.
Download the event agenda below:
Little Cherry Disease Day 2025 AGENDA FINAL
