Hansen: Drones may help improve biocontrol in wine grapes
New research shows drones and attractant have potential to sustainably enhance beneficials in Washington vineyards.
Study links spotted lanternfly and vine decline
Penn State study shows high populations of spotted lanternfly can cause grapevine decline.
Insect eradication is hard
In the fight against invasive species, odds favor invaders.
NW Hort Show Day 3 focused on little cherry disease
Scientists shared the latest research findings at the little cherry disease session on the final morning of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association Annual Meeting in Wenatchee on Dec. 7.
Great Lakes EXPO, Day 1: Don’t panic
Fruit growers worried about invasive pests heard reassuring messages from speakers on Day 1 of the 2022 Great Lakes EXPO.
Good to Know: Research works
An overview of this year’s research projects and upcoming research reviews.
Pear IPM intensive workshop Dec. 14 in Wenatchee
Washington State University Extension and the pear IPM team announced an intensive workshop to be held Dec. 14 from 9
West-central Michigan research station displays tree fruit projects underway
The West Michigan Research Station has been operating for more than a year, and its research projects are starting to bear fruit.
Hansen: Mealybug mating disruption
Specialty crop grant will help develop sustainable mealybug control in Washington vineyards.
Survey seeks input on mating disruption use in specialty crops
Oregon State University’s Mid-Columbia Agricultural Research and Extension Center staff is distributing a survey about integrated pest management mating disruption use in specialty crops.