Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu The current heat wave is causing losses in vegetables and fruits. The following are some effects of high temperatures on vegetable and fruit crops. The plant temperature at which tissue dies is… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu As we move into October, frost becomes a factor in harvest and recovery of vegetables. Later in the fall, freezes can become a concern. The first frost on inland sites generally occurs… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu Recent weather has produced conditions where there is high potential for sunburn in fruits and fruiting vegetables. Growers may need to consider ways to protect against sunburn. Sunburn is most prevalent on… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu As we move into October, frost becomes a factor in harvest and recovery of vegetables. Later in the fall, freezes can become a concern. The first frost on inland sites generally occurs… Continue Reading
WCU Volume 29, Issue 15 – July 2, 2021 PDF of WCU Volume 29, Issue 15 – July 2, 2021 WCU Subscription Options for 2020: Mail, Fax, Email or Text Vegetable Crops Vegetable Crop Insect Scouting Heat Damage in Vegetables… Continue Reading
