New Technology for Reducing Transplant Shock

Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu A new tool is available for reducing transplant shock. The chemical 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) which is marketed as the product LandSpring by the AgroFresh company reduces ethylene production and stress on young plants.… Continue Reading

Improving Success with Early Planted Warm Season Vegetables

Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu With the recent cold, windy weather as a reminder, it is important to understand the factors that affect success with transplanting early warm season vegetables. Remember that the average date of the… Continue Reading