Hansen: Drones may help improve biocontrol in wine grapes
New research shows drones and attractant have potential to sustainably enhance beneficials in Washington vineyards.
Nurseries now testing the tree supply for X disease
As new research uncovers X disease in cherry and peach planting stock, the nursery industry ramps up testing and protective practices.
AI for spot ID
Cornell working on machine learning for apple disease detection.
A new place for spore traps
Devices help scientists study pathogens, fungicide resistance in Michigan vineyards.
Some find success in O3 field sprays
Ozone approach for disease control in Italy gets results with commercial clients in vineyards.
Fire blight’s reappearing act
New York’s fire blight problems get more complicated.
Honeycrisp storage passport stamped
Cornell researchers refine bitter pit prediction method.
Scharlau: A proactive pathway for problem-solving
Grape industries need collaborative approaches to the challenges they face.
Plant hormones help prevent bitter pit
PGRs proving to be effective bitter pit management tools.
Where pathogens persist in the packing house
Clemson University food safety study focuses on dry packing-line surfaces.