We are approaching bloom in the southern part of the state, and temperatures are expected to drop close to 32 °F on Friday and Saturday […]

Research by Dan Donahue at Cornell University reported that the timing of Prohexadione Calcium (PC) applications for bitter pit suppression is critical. Applications at the […]

As King bloom approaches in many Wisconsin orchards, fire blight prevention efforts are underway. According to NEWA, fire blight risks currently vary from region to […]

As we approach another crucial season in our orchards, it’s essential to discuss the significance of chemical thinning programs in optimizing crop yield and tree […]

This week we have experienced much warmer temperatures than the last 2 weeks, with highs in the mid 60s and lows in the mid 40s […]

With the recent and quick transition to warmer spring temperatures, disease prevention measures are soon to be a top priority in apple orchards. If this […]

In early 2024, Apogee® Plant Growth Regulator (BASF) was granted a FIRFA Section 2(ee) recommendation permitting its use for early application timing for fire blight […]

As we enter the apple harvesting season, taking care to prevent damage to fruit and subsequent rot infections is critical. For apple growers, post-harvest molds […]

Bitter rot of apple is an increasing concern for many orchards. Despite the predominantly dry conditions this season, late-season rains, particularly as we approach harvest, […]

Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) have become a growing concern for apple growers in recent years. These voracious feeders primarily skeletonize leaves by feeding between the […]