Berries, Table Grapes, and Kiwifruit
Lynn Ketchum
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OSU Extension Catalog
A Grower's Guide to Pruning Highbush Blueberries
The Oregon Blueberry Growers Association called this an indispensable tool for beginning and experienced growers. A commercial grower and two Extension scientists show a four-step procedure for pruning plants of all ages to increase yield and quality. Designed for both the commercial grower and the...
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Blueberry bacterial and fungal diseases
Pacific Northwest blueberry growers must identify and control a number of bacterial and fungal diseases in order to ensure the highest yields possible (profitable yields). Fortunately, only a few of the diseases that occur on highbush blueberry in this region cause significant losses when left unchecked.Latest Resources
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Grape Pruning Basics
Grapes fruit on lateral shoots on year-old canes. All grapes require heavy pruning to produce fruit, but after the first three growing seasons, different types of grapes need different pruning. Wine...
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Berry Pruning Basics
Pruning information for raspberries, blueberries, currants, and gooseberries.Article
Nutrient Management of Berry Crops in Oregon
This summary is intended as a brief overview and as a supplement to the nutrient management guides available online at Oregon State University: Nutrient Management for Blueberries in Oregon, Cranberries: Nutrient Management Guide, and Strawberries.Latest News
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Organic blueberry growers can compete successfully with commercial operations
Dec 18, 2017
10-year study shows trio of production methods for best results
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Blueberries coated in leaf extracts have longer shelf life
Jun 3, 2014
An Oregon State University researcher has helped discover a substance in blueberry leaves – which are usually wasted – that can be added to berry coatings, extending their shelf life while adding antioxidants.
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New kiwifruit variety grows well in Oregon
Sep 4, 2009
New kiwifruit grows well in Oregon
