Home fruit tree care in Eastern Oregon

Fruit trees can thrive in Eastern Oregon, but there are considerations for growing them in our unique climate.

Home Fruit Tree Care in Eastern Oregon

Watch this video to learn more about pest management, tree care, and pruning fruit trees in Eastern Oregon.

Cody Copp | Mar 2024 | Video

Pest management schedule for backyard apple trees in Eastern Oregon

This document outlines a suggested management schedule for the most common insect pests and diseases of apple trees in Eastern Oregon.

Cody Copp | Feb 2023 | Publication Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Pest management schedule for backyard cherry trees in Eastern Oregon

This document outlines a suggested management schedule for the most common insect pests and diseases of cherry trees in Eastern Oregon.

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Pest management schedule for peach, nectarine, and apricot trees in Eastern Oregon

This document outlines a suggested management schedule for the most common insect pests and diseases of apple trees in Eastern Oregon.

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Get a leg up on fruit tree problems with dormant oils

Applying dormant sprays helps control nasty pests and diseases like codling moths and apple scab.

Kym Pokorny | Dec 14, 2023 | News story

Mar 2024

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Cody Copp

Assistant Professor of Practice

Use pesticides safely!

Wear protective clothing and safety devices as recommended on the label. Bathe or shower after each use.
Read the pesticide label—even if you’ve used the pesticide before. Follow closely the instructions on the label (and any other directions you have).
Be cautious when you apply pesticides. Know your legal responsibility as a pesticide applicator. You may be liable for injury or damage resulting from pesticide use.

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