Small Fruit and Hop Pathology News
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Michigan vineyard pest scouting report – July 3, 2019
Published on July 3, 2019
Target dates for grape berry moth controls are approaching and there is significant downy disease pressure in southwest Michigan vineyards. -
MSU vineyard IPM scouting report – June 19, 2019
Published on June 19, 2019
Insect and disease issues are becoming more apparent in Michigan vineyards as the season progresses. -
Do you suspect grapevine trunk disease in your vineyard?
Published on June 11, 2019
The only way to know for sure is by laboratory analysis. Learn how to submit a sample to MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics for analysis. -
MSU vineyard IPM scouting report – June 5, 2019
Published on June 5, 2019
Vines are growing with the heat, and spring insects are getting active. -
Don’t guess, get a test from MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics
Published on May 10, 2019
Learn how to collect, handle and submit the ideal grape sample for virus testing. -
The rise of the mummy: Mummy berries in Michigan
Published on April 30, 2019
Mummy berry of blueberries has been found throughout Michigan and management strategies should be implemented to protect shoots. -
Managing grapevine crown gall
Published on April 29, 2019
There are several factors to consider when managing bacterial induced crown gall in grapes. -
Powdery mildew fungicide resistance survey in grapes – help us, help you!
Published on March 22, 2019
Many factors are involved in making disease management decisions in grape and this survey will allow us to gather more information. -
New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019
Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service. -
What can be done for late season downy mildew on grapes?
Published on September 19, 2018
Leaf loss due to late season downy mildew impacts fruit quality and reduces winter hardiness and next year’s growth.