Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu Trap catches of SWD adult flies remain constant in most trapping locations throughout the state. Unfortunately, there are no thresholds available based on trap catches. Small fruit growers (especially bramble and blueberry growers) will… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu High temperatures, clear skies and high light radiation, and long daylengths are a recipe for developing sunburn in fruits and fruiting vegetables. We commonly see sunburn in watermelons, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, cucumbers,… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Fruit & Vegetable Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu Production of high yields of quality fruit requires adapted varieties, close attention to disease and insect management, balanced plant nutrients, and good weather conditions. One of the other key areas that growers… Continue Reading
