They’re Back! 2014 Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Population Bigger Than Expected Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 2, 2014 Pressure building as traps filling up with pest by the hundreds.Read More
Wild Bees Setting Good Example for Pollination of Sweet Cherries By Dr. Maxime Eeraerts | Julia Osterman|May 5, 2024
Put Weeds Out To Pasture By Barton Wilder|September 1, 2014 No matter where they are, plants out of place can be problematic.
Late Blight Update Reveals Heightened Activity Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 28, 2014 While several states in the Northeast have confirmed the presence of late blight, the disease has not been reported in North Dakota or Minnesota.
National Scientific Summit On Herbicide Resistant Weeds Coming In September Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 27, 2014 Topics to be covered include the economics of proactively managing herbicide resistance, education and outreach efforts, and incentives and regulatory initiatives.
Experimental Herbicide Technology Blasts Weeds In Rows Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 27, 2014 The technology uses an air compressor to spray corncob grit on both sides of a crop, killing young weeds.
Fungal Disease Outbreak Hits Pacific Northwest Vegetables Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 27, 2014 An outbreak of blackleg, light leaf spot, and white leaf spot can be significant problems in several vegetable crops.
Spotted Wing Drosophila Populations Rising In Michigan Posted by Christina Herrick|August 26, 2014 Extension researchers advise berry growers on trapping, salt testing to take stock of pest population.
Cover All Angles When Taking On Threecornered Alfalfa Hoppers By Gene McAvoy|August 25, 2014 Learn how to ID, the survival and spread, and management methods for this insect pest.
Getting To The Root Of Good Soil Health Requires Some Digging Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 21, 2014 Dave Gilliam of Horticultural Alliance says more citrus growers are paying attention to what’s happening below the ground in their groves.
BioConsortia Inc. Bolsters Executive Team Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 18, 2014 Industry veterans Christina Huben and Dr. Susan Turner bring experience to plant biotechnology firm.
Cover Crop Solutions Offers New Three-Way Cover Crop Mix Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 13, 2014 A fast-growing cover crop mix needs 45 to 60 days of growth in warm conditions.
Grape Disease Bill Presented To California Governor Posted by David Eddy|August 8, 2014 Grower association backs reauthorization of Pierce’s Disease Control Program.
Study: Strawberry Web Tool Could Save $1.7 Million Over 10 Years In Fungicide Use Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 5, 2014 UF/IFAS researchers find spray advisory system also benefits the bottom line.
Biopesticides And Traditional Agrochemicals: There Is A Place For Both By Rosemary Gordon|August 4, 2014 To effectively control pests, understand how the products work and know the biology of insect pests.
French Crop Protection Firm Acquires Fine Holdings Ltd. Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 4, 2014 De Sangosse group seeks to bolster its business with purchase of plant growth regulator specialist.
Gain A Deeper Understanding Of Fertilizers By Lloyd Singleton|August 1, 2014 It’s never too late to grow your knowledge of plant nutrients.
New Study Finds Simple Solution To Monitoring Spotted Wing Drosophila Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 31, 2014 UF/IFAS researchers are using a mixture of yeast, sugar, and water to lure, trap major berry pest.
Baythroid XL Receives Special Florida Label For Asian Citrus Psyllid Control Posted by Frank Giles|July 30, 2014 EPA approval will add another option for growers’ chemical rotations.
New York Combats Giant Weed Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 30, 2014 The state continues efforts to control this species that is harmful to humans.
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.