Disease management programs for peach and nectarine begin every year with control of leaf curl. In this article, we discuss some of the basic biology of leaf curl, as well as the methods used for its control. In a near future article, we’ll explore how the abiotic environment influences leaf curl development, and how climate change may be altering our management strategies. [Read more…]
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February 19, 2013 Administrator
Grape Expectations Symposium
The symposium is a day-long series of lectures by professionals in viticulture, enology, and marketing.
Lectures are designed to present new and relevant information to professionals and amateurs involved with any aspect of grape growing or the wine industry.
This program will look at the similarities of the New Jersey terroir and Bordeaux and present methods to adapt our Mid-Atlantic grape and wine production to more closely resemble French methodology. The making of the 2011 Governor’s Cup winners will also be addressed. [Read more…]
January 31, 2013 Wes Kline
Blueberry Food Safety Training
Blueberry Food Safety Training will be held on February 20th at the Marucci Center for Blueberry & Cranberry Research and Extension,
Location: 125A Lake Oswego Rd., Chatsworth, NJ.
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$25 fee includes lunch.
To register call 609-726-1590
January 23, 2013 Anne Nielsen
Guthion Use Extension in Apple
The EPA has extended the use of azinphosmethyl (AZM) for this year allowing fruit growers to use existing stock. [Read more…]
January 11, 2013 Cesar Rodriguez-Saona
American Cranberry Growers Association Winter Meeting
American Cranberry Growers Association Winter Meeting will be held Thursday, January 24 at the EcoComplex in Bordentown, NJ.
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January 10, 2013 Dave Schmitt
Mark Chien Wine Grape Info January 2013
From Mark Chien, Viticulture Educator, Penn State Cooperative Extension
Wine Grape Information for Pennsylvania and the Region
This month Mark talks about:
- 2013 Viticulture and Enology Regional Events Calendar
- Upcoming Meetings
- Winter Courses at HACC: Spring Vineyard Operations and Winery Regulations
- New Offerings on the PA Wine Grape Network website
