Pacific Northwest blueberry growers must identify and control a number of bacterial and fungal diseases in order to ensure the highest yields. Fortunately, only a few of the diseases that occur on highbush blueberry in this region cause significant losses when left unchecked.
Jay W. Pscheidt, Jerry Weiland |
Mar 2015 |
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Excessive summer irrigation of oak and madrone trees may promote fungal diseases such as the oak root fungus (aka armillaria root disease) and crown rot.
Discusses important fruit characteristics to consider when choosing peach and nectarine varieties. Lists currently available varieties, including descriptions of fruit size, color, flavor, texture, and ripening date.
Eating foods rich in particular nutrients can help shield your lungs and heart from damage caused by air pollution and wildfire smoke. Learn what variety of healthy foods in your diet will be especially ...
In cooler weather, such as what Oregon experienced in June 2023, hemp crops are susceptible to root rot. Here's how you can avoid that problem in your crop.
Cynthia M. Ocamb |
Jul 2023 |
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Photo courtesy Dr. Jan Busboom (Cropped from original)
Pasture-based pork production offers opportunities for niche meat producers to meet the desires of consumers concerned about the treatment of animals they eat. But it's not as simple as just turning pigs out to pasture.
Gray mold outbreaks on hemp caused the fungus Botrytis cinerea can spread easily and quickly kill plants. Here's how hemp growers can create conditions that will keep gray mold at bay.