Grapes
How grape growers benefit from BASF’s Nealta miticide
On Page 5 of the October issue of Fruit Growers News, we introduced you to Nealta® miticide, a product developed by BASF to fight against spider mite. Kate Walker, technical service representative for BASF, talked... more »
Mother Nature batters northwest Michigan wine grapes
How much injury can a grapevine stand? We may know the answer to this question in the spring of 2016. The last two years have heaped unprecedented levels of injury and stress on the vineyards... more »
Water quality key factor when establishing new vineyard
Vineyard weed control, irrigation strategies and nutrient management all are key elements in effective crop management. Water quality concerns should rise to the top of that list, according to a western Michigan grower and irrigation... more »
BMSB starting to trouble Western growers
An invasive bug has been causing a stink among many Western fruit and vegetable growers. As the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) expands its reach, it’s challenging growers and researchers to develop new crop protection... more »
BASF helps grape grower fight spider mites
Hot, dry weather has plagued the West Coast this summer; many aspects of agriculture have been affected. “Spider mites pressure is often worse during hot, dry weather, so the lack of rain has not helped,”... more »
What to do about SWD-infested fruit?
The SWD monitoring network Counties are all positive for SWD as of last week, Aug. 28. A lot of SWD are being caught in traps in research sites now with population numbers expected to climb... more »
Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council looking for new executive director
Linda Jones, executive director of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council, has announced her plans to retire in early 2016. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will be accepting applications for her... more »
Growing wine grapes in the northern U.S.
In Michigan, weather changes on a dime. Last week it was cold and wet, while this week brought 80˚ F days and nothing but sunshine. Many states in the northern part of the country experience... more »
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