Ways Pruning Affects Tree Fruit Cold Hardiness By Rich Marini | James Schupp|December 27, 2018 Fruit trees begin to go dormant in response to shortening day length in the fall. Exposure to freezing temperatures accelerates the onset of cold hardiness.Read More
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Northeast, Finger Lakes Hit With Arctic Blast Posted by Christina Herrick|February 16, 2016 Temperatures dip below last year’s record cold.
Geotextiles Can Help Prevent Winter Grapevine Damage By Ann-Marie Jeffries|February 5, 2016 Although Northeast and Midwest grape growing regions have so far been spared from extreme cold this year, the […]
Tips To Prevent Winter Injury By Ann-Marie Jeffries|January 29, 2016 After two consecutive harsh winters, grapevine freeze protection is top of mind for many Eastern and Midwestern growers. […]
Bending Down Vines Helps Young Growth Survive Sub-Zero Temperatures By Christina Herrick|January 28, 2016 An old tradition gone by the wayside is new again when it comes to vineyard winterization in the Great Lakes region.
The Importance Of Dormant Pruning By Ann-Marie Jeffries|November 19, 2015 Dormant pruning is important for ensuring balanced crop load in the Lake Erie Grape Belt. Terry Bates, director […]
Researcher Studying Benefits Of Growing Berries In Containers Posted by Christina Herrick|November 10, 2015 The demand for blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries has exploded in recent years thanks to consumers who enjoy the […]
Finding A Cold-Hardy Peach Variety Is Not That Easy By Christina Herrick|June 26, 2015 Peach trees and cold temperatures don’t mix. Just ask growers in the Midwest and East as they are […]
Northeast And Midwest Grapevine Winter Injury Report By Ann-Marie Jeffries|April 9, 2015 Temperatures dropped as low as -30° F in some areas, which has growers preparing for another rebuilding year.
Peach Crop Hit By Cold In New York By Growing Produce Staff|March 24, 2015 New York grower says orchard tasks are behind due to snow and bitter cold.
Cold Winter Took Bite Out Of Minnesota Apple Crop Posted by Christina Herrick|January 14, 2015 Research scientist with University of Minnesota reported how the 2013 growing season and subsequent winter affected the state’s apple crop.
Ohio Peach Growers Hope For A Better Winter This Year Posted by Christina Herrick|January 6, 2015 State hit hard by polar vortex; growers hopeful weather conditions don’t repeat.
Low Blueberry Yields, Cane Collapse Due To Winter Injury Posted by Christina Herrick|August 5, 2014 Plants in Northeast, Michigan victims of polar vortex.
More Headaches For Apple Growers In Midwest [Slideshow] By Janna Beckerman|August 5, 2014 A combination of stress over the past two growing seasons and winter injury is causing tree deaths.
Downy Mildew Hits Finger Lakes Grapes Posted by Christina Herrick|July 29, 2014 Growers also seeing spike in botrytis infections, vine collapses during growing season.
Minnesota, Wisconsin Vineyards Seeing Polar Vortex’s Bite Posted by Christina Herrick|July 29, 2014 Vines collapsing, production down in states hit hardest by cold winter.
New York Grape Growers Asked To Fill Out Winter Injury Survey Posted by Christina Herrick|July 7, 2014 Results to impact purchasing provisions of New York Farm Winery Act.
Michigan Blueberry Crop Suffers Winter Damage Posted by Christina Herrick|June 26, 2014 Inland fields more affected, according to Michigan State University Extension agents.
Midwest Growers Still Grappling With After-Effects Of Cold Winter Posted by Christina Herrick|June 17, 2014 Growers note low cropping of peaches, berries, and some apple varieties.
How To Manage Winter-Injured Grapevines Posted by Christina Herrick|June 13, 2014 Extent of sub-zero temperatures is becoming evident at budburst.