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'Marys Peak' Strawberry

Information on the origin, description and production of 'Marys Peak' Strawberry based on research done at the NWREC.

Bernadine Strik, Patrick Jones, Chad E. Finn, Brian M. Yorgey, Theodore A. Mackey, Patrick P. Moore, Michael Dossett, Jungmin Lee, Robert R. Martin, Kelly L. Ivors, Andrew R. Jamieson | Nov 2017 | Online resource

Are Your Weed-control Products Damaging Nearby Vineyards?

A brief guide for anyone living near a vineyard to understand the damaging effects that common herbicides can have on grapevines. With the Oregon grape industry growing rapidly near urban boundaries throughout the ...

Michael Kennedy, Patricia A. Skinkis | Jan 2016 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Mummy Berry Management in the Pacific Northwest

Mummy berry disease is prevalent throughout the Pacific Northwest, west of the Cascade Mountain Range, and affects the northern highbush blueberry industry. Growers often underestimate the potential damage of ...

Jade Florence, Jay W. Pscheidt | Jul 2015 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Compost for blueberry plants: Testing and tips

Compost is an acceptable amendment for blueberry plants, but it's important to test it before you apply it. Pay attention to pH and nutrient levels, and watch out for weeds.

Dan M. Sullivan | Mar 2015 | Article

Managing blueberry viruses in the Pacific Northwest

While blueberries grow well in the Pacific Northwest, five major viruses afflict plants in this region. Learn what you need to know to prevent and manage viral disease in your blueberry plants. The most important step? Use certified virus-tested planting stock.

Robert R. Martin | Mar 2015 | Article

How blueberry plants develop and grow

Blueberries grow well in the Pacific Northwest. To get the most out of your bushes, it helps to understand the form and function of each part of the plant.

Bernadine Strik | Mar 2015 | Article

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. 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 | Article

Blueberry irrigation scheduling: When, where, and how much?

For blueberry growers, water management is a key to success. The goal is to apply the correct amount of water at the right time to minimize irrigation costs and maximize crop production and economic return.

David Bryla | Mar 2015 | Article

Biological Control of Black Vine Weevil Larvae in Cranberry

Recommends methods for incorporating biocontrol into a management program for black vine weevil larvae.

Betsey Miller, Vaughn Walton, Linda White, Denny Bruck, Linda Brewer | Mar 2015 | 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)