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IFTA digs into RAD
Researchers narrowing in on causes of rapid apple decline.
Oregon orchards needed for wasp release
Oregon State University entomologists have some parasitic wasps in need of a home. The researchers
Decay management a season-long effort
Pathologists say rot control starts in the orchard, early.
Spotted lanternfly finding more spots
Invasive pest moving to new feeding grounds.
Tree of heaven can’t wait
Washington asks residents to control host of spotted lanternfly.
WSU releases Asian giant hornet guide for beekeepers
Two Washington State University entomologists have released a guide for beekeepers to recognize and even
Big hopes for a very tiny wasp
Washington researchers hope parasitic wasp can help slow the spread of apple maggot.
Okanogan County apple maggot boundaries to remain unchanged in 2022
Apple maggot quarantine boundaries in Okanogan County, Washington, will remain the same this year, while
Spotted wing drosophila advisory group forming
Washington State University Extension announced in a news release the formation of a spotted wing
Green light for biocontrol
SWD–killing wasp is given federal approval for release.
Nematodes vs. SWD
Soil predation could lower pest numbers.
IPM ambitions
Researchers focus on sustainable, integrated pest management solutions for SWD.
From entomology to engineering
Oregon State University researcher takes spotted wing drosophila control from concept to commercialization.
Crush, cook, cover or compost?
Michigan State University team seeks best way to remove fruit waste as a source for spotted wing drosophila.
Spotted wing drosophila resistance: ‘It’s getting worrisome’
Researchers look for ways to thwart SWD resistance.
Good to Know: Integrated research
Entomologists at the USDA laboratory in Wapato, Washington, work to advance IPM for orchards.
Managing blueberry diseases in Michigan
MSU pathologist encourages more biologicals in blueberry spray programs.
Watch for blueberry viruses
WSU virologist says Eastern Washington blueberry growers need to be on alert.
From trap catch to control
Eradication effort planned for Japanese beetle population in Washington’s Yakima Valley.
Getting to the bottom of bacteria
New WSU endowed chair to study antibiotic resistance and genetics of bacterial pathogens.
Fire blight surges
Michigan growers should prepare with prevention and treatment tactics.
WSDA workshop March 8: IPM Practices for Tree Fruit in Washington State
The Washington State Department of Agriculture Plant Protection Division and Yakima County Horticultural Pest and
Testing the testing tools
Better little cherry disease detection tools top the cherry industry’s research priority list.
Little cherry disease: Removing the root risk — Video
New research project by OSU, WSU aims to learn more about the risks posed by replanting after little cherry disease.
Amelanchier rootstocks lead OSU winter hort meeting
Various Amelanchier rootstocks seem to resist the phytoplasma that causes pear decline much better than
Airblast from above
Drones present new spraying option for Michigan fruit.
Uncovering the foe below
Researchers take mangrove approach to fight killer of peach and tart cherry trees.
Cultivating climate resilience
Great Lakes fruit growers must adjust to rising heat and precipitation.
Knight: The prescription for effective monitoring of codling moth
Two decades of research yields non-pheromone lure composed of plant volatiles, acetic acid.
Early leaf removal keeps grape clusters dry
Technique combats cluster rot in grapes.
WSU to hold organic decay management workshop online March 9
Washington State University will hold a postharvest decay management workshop focusing on organic techniques, online
Vole control
Oregon growing areas wrestle with vole pressure.
Hansen: Long-term investment in nematode research pays off
Alternative cover crops being evaluated to trick or trap nematodes.
Heat disorder moving eastward
Lenticel breakdown poses a growing problem for Eastern U.S. apples.
Sanitation tops list for listeria prevention
Michigan study recommends sanitizing waxing equipment and other trouble points to avoid infection.
Pest management focus at North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days
Growers gathered in person and online for three days of educational presentations and panel discussions
Codling Moth Summit online Feb. 24
Washington State University Extension announced in a news release the Codling Moth Summit on Thursday,
Torres: New alternative for superficial scald
A plant-derived antioxidant oil proves comparable to synthetic controls now banned in some export markets.
Schmidt-Jeffris: Predator applications
How can growers successfully release beneficial insects for pest control? New USDA research effort aims to find out.
From facial to fungal recognition
AI-enabled cameras give a boost to breeding mildew-resistant grapes.
Pollination education
Nationwide study underway to determine the value of wild bees.
Flesh browning in Gala
Disorder can disrupt long-term Gala storage.
North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days Jan. 18–20 and Feb. 9
Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension announced the schedule for North Central Washington
Blueberry, cherry pests the talk of Great Lakes EXPO, Day 2
Attendees are back for Day 2 of the 2021 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm
Orchard research updates fill Tuesday morning session at WSTFA annual meeting
Betsy Beers, Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center, kicks off the second
Tree Top CEO highlights Hort Show opening session
Craig Green, president and CEO of Tree Top, shared concrete plans for the future of
Probing a problem
New task force hopes to drive renewed research and extension attention to codling moth control.
The next frontier: 2021 Good Fruit Grower of the Year
Robinson advocates for boosting soil health research for tree fruit.
“It all has to go together”: 2021 Good Fruit Grower of the Year
Grower of the Year Mike Robinson says horticulture requires big thinking.
Vineyards seeking a sustainable system
Founding Willamette Valley winery takes a wide view of environmental responsibility.