As we move into the growing season, it’s crucial for apple growers to ensure their ‘Honeycrisp’ orchards are primed for optimal fruit production. Unlike many […]

As temperatures climb and buds break across Wisconsin, apple scab management is top of mind. Warmer weather trends are occurring across the state, and the […]

Wisconsin apple growers are facing the start of the 2025 season with a challenging setup: high levels of Venturia inaequalis (apple scab) infection were reported […]

As the growing season is about to start, I want to provide you with a brief update on where crops stand here in southern Wisconsin […]

Southwest injury, also known as sunscald, is a wintertime phenomenon affecting certain deciduous trees, particularly young ones with thin bark. This damage occurs on the southwest […]

Tree fruits and grapes, like all crops, are susceptible to challenges caused by a changing climate. Currently observed changes and projected future changes will affect […]

The following diseases/disorders were identified at the PDDC from November 9, 2024 through November 15, 2024. PLANT/SAMPLE TYPE DISEASE/DISORDER PATHOGEN COUNTY FRUIT CROPS     […]

The following diseases/disorders were identified at the PDDC from September 14, 2024 through September 20, 2024. PLANT/SAMPLE TYPE DISEASE/DISORDER PATHOGEN COUNTY FRUIT CROPS     […]

I had my final chat with Chris on September 9… This year’s apple harvest is running ahead of schedule by about 1-2 weeks at Blue […]

I’ve seen several reports of blister spot in apple orchards this season, which aligns with the particularly wet conditions we’ve experienced. The excess moisture creates […]