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Use of Promalin for Frost Rescue—Updated Recommendations
Posted on April 18, 2024We are approaching bloom in the southern part of the state, and temperatures are expected to drop close to 32 °F on Friday and Saturday […]
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NEWA Services Are Impacted by National Weather Service Forecast Data Outages
Posted onA message from NEWA: Please be aware that the data centers providing forecast weather data for our NEWA tools and resources are experiencing ongoing outages. […]
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Prohexadione Calcium (Apogee, Kudos) at Pink for Bitter Pit Control
Posted onResearch by Dan Donahue at Cornell University reported that the timing of Prohexadione Calcium (PC) applications for bitter pit suppression is critical. Applications at the […]
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Wisconsin Apple Disease Update #1: Bloom Time Fire Blight Control
Posted onAs King bloom approaches in many Wisconsin orchards, fire blight prevention efforts are underway. According to NEWA, fire blight risks currently vary from region to […]
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UW-Madison/Extension Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic (PDDC) Update April 12, 2024
Posted onThe following diseases/disorders were identified at the PDDC from April 6, 2024 through April 12, 2024. PLANT/SAMPLE TYPE DISEASE/DISORDER PATHOGEN COUNTY FRUIT CROPS […]
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Thinning Considerations and Products for Apples
Posted on April 12, 2024As 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 […]
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Fruit Phenology Update April 11, 2024
Posted onThis week we have experienced much warmer temperatures than the last 2 weeks, with highs in the mid 60s and lows in the mid 40s […]
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UW-Madison/Extension Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic (PDDC) Update April 5, 2023
Posted onThe following diseases/disorders were identified at the PDDC from March 30, 2024 through April 5, 2024. PLANT/SAMPLE TYPE DISEASE/DISORDER PATHOGEN COUNTY FRUIT CROPS […]
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2024 Wisconsin Apple Update: Early Season Disease Prevention
Posted on March 11, 2024With the recent and quick transition to warmer spring temperatures, disease prevention measures are soon to be a top priority in apple orchards. If this […]
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Apple Pesticide Update: Special Recommendation Approved for Apogee Use in Apple for Fire Blight Management
Posted onIn 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 […]