David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu Spider Mites Make sure to periodically scout new strawberry transplants between now and row cover placement for spider mites. Thresholds are around 5 per leaflet. Cyclamen mites are also a potential, if uncommon, threat. Cyclamen… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Retired Extension Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu Voles may cause extensive damage to fruit trees and orchards as a result of girdling seedlings and trees and damaging roots. Damage occurs primarily during winter when other types of food are scarce. It… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Retired Extension Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu The following are strawberry diseases to watch for starting in the fall that can cause plant collapse. This information was adapted from Disease management recommendations for fall-planted strawberry plug plants by Kathy Demchak, Penn… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Retired Extension Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu There have been several articles in the WCU discussing the use of biofumigant mustards for soil disease control. Unfortunately, the ideal window for fall planting has passed. Another option that has been researched extensively… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Retired Extension Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu For small diverse fruit farms and organic fruit farms managing diseases can be a challenge. Two important tools to start with are using disease resistant varieties and disease-free planting materials. Start with disease-free planting… Continue Reading
