New App Helps Fruit Growers Calculate Chill Hours Posted by Christina Herrick|February 16, 2017 App helps growers calculate chill hours based on locations and models and assess physiological needs of fruit crops. Read More
Georgia Peach Growers Brace for Low Chill Hours Posted by Christina Herrick|February 14, 2017 Last year trees netted almost 700 chill hours; however, Extension agent expects that figure to drop to 600 hours this year.
Penn State University Releases Update On Cold Hardiness of Fruit Trees Posted by Christina Herrick|January 20, 2016 Trees in dormancy have a specific chilling requirement to meet.
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.
Dormant Crop Protection For Peaches And Almonds Posted by Christina Herrick|November 30, 2014 This video provides a look at dormancy crop protection programs for peaches and almonds.
How To Get Your Almond Orchard Ready For Next Year By Emily Symmes | Joe Connell|November 5, 2014 Follow this checklist of winter almond orchard tips to make sure you’re ready for the next season.
Delayed Dormant Sprays In Almonds Posted by Christina Herrick|February 1, 2011 A look at prebloom, or dormant period, and bloom time insect pest control in almonds.