Most growers have applied the first fruitworm shot and are likely applying a second one this week if needed. Flea beetle hatch began last week in weedy areas and trouble spots, numbers will likely increase this week as hatch spreads into the vines. Growing conditions have been favorable. The warm summer has caused nitrogen release on peat marshes resulting in slightly less need for added applications. Berries are generally fingernail size on most varieties. I recommend pushing the vines with nitrogen until they start to turn red on the upper leaf edges, especially if the berries are still sizing. Growers who fertilized early may have rank vines already, meaning there is less tolerance for nitrogen application. Buds are beginning to set.

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