Small Fruit and Hop Pathology News

Pest management approaches in a winter or freeze damaged grape vineyard

Published on May 26, 2021
Growers may want to alter pest management practices depending on how much winter damage has occurred in vineyards.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 19, 2021

Published on May 19, 2021
This is the first of our weekly grape scouting reports covering the state of Michigan for 2021. Sign up to receive these reports by email.
MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2021

Published on May 19, 2021
Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather.
Early season vineyard management

Published on April 20, 2021
Warm weather in Michigan has accelerated grapevine growth, and the vines are at or near budburst.
Grower input needed on sour rot and wasp challenges in vineyards

Published on February 3, 2021
Michigan State University Extension is looking for your input about sour rot and wasp control in grapes.
Workshop on building better spray programs for vineyards in the Midwest

Published on February 3, 2021
Attend this virtual workshop on March 2 or 4, 2021, to learn more about writing or recommending fungicide spray programs.
Mobile-friendly guide for blueberry IPM scouting is now available

Published on November 30, 2020
This important blueberry pest identification management tool can be downloaded for free to view on smart phones and tablets.
Post-harvest vineyard management: Preparing vines for winter

Published on October 23, 2020
Preparing vines for winter begins between harvesting and the first frost. Helping grapes survive the cold period will help timely feeding, treating pests and diseases, and it is the best time for vineyard floor management.
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 30, 2020

Published on September 30, 2020
Concord harvest has begun. This will be the last grape scouting report of the 2020 growing season.
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 23, 2020

Published on September 23, 2020
Niagara harvest has begun. Wine and table grape harvests continue.