The rain just keeps coming. Apple harvest is ongoing and grapes are slowly increasing in sugars. Apple and grape maturity reports will be published weekly […]

Apple harvest has begun! Maturity levels are running 6-8 days later than normal due to cool, wet weather.  We are currently harvesting Murray, Zestar, and […]

As we approach harvest, make sure to double check the preharvest interval for any product you might use! Insect and Disease Control Apple Disease Pressure – […]

The PDDC receives samples of many plant and soil samples from around the state.  The following diseases/disorders have been identified at the PDDC from August […]

Conditions have been dry and we got some much-needed rain today. We are still behind normal for degree days, and apple harvest will also likely […]

The PDDC receives samples of many plant and soil samples from around the state.  The following diseases/disorders have been identified at the PDDC from August […]

The PDDC receives samples of many plant and soil samples from around the state.  The following diseases/disorders have been identified at the PDDC from August […]

Precipitation can impact the performance of insecticides, but some compounds resist wash-off. There are several critical factors that influence impact of precipitation on a pesticide’s […]

Penn State University has developed a new tool for determining bitter pit in Honeycrisp apples. The predictive model is based on two factors: average shoot […]

A few large storms blew through this past week, with minor reports of hail. Otherwise, it has been warm and humid. Tart cherry harvest is […]