Neopestalotiopsis, a new disease on strawberry is back in the news. Please see the excellent article by Dr. Phil Brannen from the University of Georgia by clicking below. Dramatic Neopestalotiopsis Disease in Strawberry Tips and Plug Plant Production Nurseries
Continue reading...August 21, 2024 Kris Holmstrom
Vegetable IPM Update 8/21/24
Sweet Corn Fall armyworm (FAW) infestations continue in most scouted locations in central and northern NJ counties. There are pockets of heavier pressure, such as on the Burlington/Camden County border area. Re-infestations following treatment can and have occurred. Because FAW moths are highly mobile, it is important to monitor fields at least weekly for […]
Continue reading...August 21, 2024 Pat Hastings
Private Applicators: NJDEP August Mailing of 2025 Invoices & Recertification Credit Status
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has mailed out pesticide license credit status to applicator, operator, and dealer mailing addresses of record. If you have not received your notice please review and follow the directions in the an… Read More »
Continue reading...August 21, 2024 Andy Wyenandt
Cucurbit Downy Mildew Alert – Pumpkin and Summer Squash – 8/21/24
Cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) has been reported on pumpkin in central New Jersey (8/18) and on yellow summer squash and zucchini in southern New Jersey. These are the first reports of CDM on pumpkin and summer squash in the state and region this growing season. All cucurbit growers should scout on a daily basis and […]
Continue reading...August 20, 2024 Michelle Infante-Casella
2025 USDA Sustainable Agriculture Farmer Grant Project Information
Farmers in the Northeast can apply for up to $30,000 in funding for sustainable agriculture projects starting in 2025. These projects can range from experiments to on-farm events and demonstrations or other educational activities. The Call for 2025 Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Farmer Grants is now available. Approximately $850,000 has been allocated […]
Continue reading...Tree Fruit IPM Report August 20, 2024
Peach: Tarnished Plant Bugs; and Other Catfacing Insects: BMSB and native catfacing insects remain very active. Some recent fruit feeding has been observed. Scale Insects: Second generation san jose scale and white peach scale crawlers began emergence in late July and will continue through August. Late season treatments include Actara (14 day PHI); Esteem (14 […]
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