Japanese beetle adults are increasing at the West Madison Ag Research Station (WMARS) vineyards while decreasing slightly at my house. Regardless, Japanese beetle adults are here and they will be active until around the third week of September. Read more here.
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Apple nutrition maintenance is a year-round project, but we are in the peak part of the year for accurately monitoring and also applying the correct amount of nutrients for our apples, especially to prevent bitter pit and other post-harvest disorders. Read more here.
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This week, we revisit Amaya Atucha's article on promoting return bloom in apples from last year. Click here to learn more about how an effective return bloom strategy must start with appropriate thinning program that will reduce competition and allow flower buds to form for next year.
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Don't Miss Out on These Updates and Resources
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Mark Your Calendars
Webinar On Apple Insects coming soon. Stay tuned for more information.
Webinar What to Do Now in the Vineyard: Veraison on July 29 at 1:00pm CDT. Register here
Webinar Spotted Wing Drosophila; Prepping Strawberry Beds For Winter on August 12 at 1:00pm CDT. Register here
Event Organic Apple Orchard Field Day on August 14th from 3:00pm-5:00pm CDT at Two Onion Farm in Belmont, WI. Register here
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