Grapes
Relief may be available for fruit growers with winter injury
Harsh winter conditions have caused injury in a number of perennial cropping systems in Michigan. According to Michigan State University Extension, the Agricultural Act of 2014 (the 2014 Farm Bill) authorized the Tree Assistance Program... more »
Washington drought boosting state’s winemaking production
California is the No. 1 wine producing state in the country. Even when conditions are less than ideal, production numbers are through the roof.Is that going to change?According to The New York Times, wine producers... more »
Nealta registered for use in California
Nealta miticide from BASF has received registration for use in California. Nealta miticide delivers long-lasting control of spider mites at all life stages through a unique mode of action. It is labeled for use on... more »
Michigan State University Extension to host grape grower meeting
Michigan State University Extension will be hosting another in-season field meeting on Wednesday, June 3 from 1-4 p.m., at Lemon Creek Winery, 533 E. Lemon Creek Road, Berrien Springs, Michigan.There will be lectures on pest... more »
Fruit Crop Guesstimate to be held June 24
The 60th Annual Fruit Crop Guesstimate, sponsored by the Michigan Frozen Food Packers Association (MFFPA), will be held at 2:30 p.m. June 24 at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, Michigan.The Guesstimate provides... more »
The challenges of disease control during rainy spells
While relatively dry, cool conditions in early spring may have delayed pathogen development, recent warm, wet conditions mean that fungal and bacterial diseases are getting a jump start. This even applies to powdery mildews, which... more »
Think twice before using 2,4-D in grape-growing areas
2,4-D is a common and useful active ingredient in many herbicide products used to kill broadleaf plants without harming grasses, especially in lawns and pastures. 2,4-D is available in two forms, an ester and an... more »
MSU tips for better blueberry weed control
Blueberry growers have several long-residual herbicides available for use in first-year and established plantings. Complete weed control is critical the first year to ensure high survival rates and quick establishment. Weed competition or herbicide injury... more »
Harsh winter destroys many concord grape vines in New York
The frigid winter weather has destroyed a portion of the concord grape crop in Chautauqua County. Temperatures routinely hit below 25 degrees in the area this winter.Many local grape farms are tucked away in the... more »
MSU publishes Michigan regional fruit reports
Here are Michigan's regional fruit reports for April 7, courtesy of Michigan State University Extension.West MichiganWeather. A bit similar to 2014, spring is slow to arrive in 2015. Fruit growers tend to be pleased with... more »
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