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Blueberry Gall Midge: A Possible New Pest in the Northwest

Discusses symptoms of blueberry gall midge infestation, biology and life cycle of the midge, monitoring, and potential for damage. Color photos and sampling instructions included.

Wei Qiang Yang | May 2005 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Integrated Pest Management Strategic Plan for Pears in Oregon and Washington

To identify pest management priorities and increase the use of integrated pest management in pear production, Pacific Northwest growers, commodity-group representatives, pest control advisors, processors, university specialists...

Katie Murray, Paul Jepson, Chris Hedstrom | Feb 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

A Detailed Guide for Testing Fruit for the Presence of Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) Larvae

This detailed guide illustrates how to test fruit for the presence of the Spotted Wing Drosophila larvae by crushing the fruit, immersing it into a salt or sugar solution, and examining the fruit debris for larvae and pupae.

Amy J. Dreves, Adam Cave, Jana Lee | Oct 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

2023 Hazelnut Pest Management Guide for the Willamette Valley

Learn how to control insects, weeds and disease during each stage of hazelnut growth. View the app version View diseases, pests and products by crop stage on a web-based app. Try the app

Nik Wiman, Jay W. Pscheidt, Marcelo Moretti | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

2023 Willamette Valley Pest Management Guide for Cherries

Get updated recommendations for insect, mite and disease control in cherry orchards of the Willamette Valley.

Nik Wiman, Jay W. Pscheidt, Marcelo Moretti | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Understanding the Link Between Farmers' Market Size and Management Organization

This report examines the relationship between the size of individual farmers' markets and the set of management tools used by farmers' markets. Farmers' markets will benefit from using the specific set of management tools and resources appropriate for the size of the market.

Garry Stephenson, Larry Lev, Linda Brewer | Dec 2007 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

2023 Pest Management Guide for Peaches

Get the latest recommendations for insect, mite and disease control in peach orchards of the Willamette Valley.

Nik Wiman, Jay W. Pscheidt, Marcelo Moretti | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

When Things Don't Work: Some Insights into Why Farmers' Markets Close

Reports on research conducted with farmers markets in Oregon. Explores how market resources influence success and failure, gives insights into markets that fail, and suggests other concerns related to market failure. ...

Garry Stephenson, Larry Lev, Linda Brewer | Dec 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Mothballs: Proper Use and Alternative Controls for Clothes Moths

There are many ways to control clothes moths, including sanitary, structural, and chemical methods. This broad approach is known as Integrated Pest Management. If you use mothballs, there are some things you should know to keep you, your family, and your pets safe.

Dave Stone, Tim Stock | May 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Four Simple Steps to Pruning Cherry Trees on Gisela and Other Productive Rootstocks

When producing cherries on productive rootstocks, orchardists must focus on reducing crop load and increasing vigor. This publication discusses how to use thinning cuts, stub cuts, and heading cuts to achieve these objectives. Includes step-by-step illustrated instructions.

Lynn Long | Jan 2007 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)