
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 24, 2025
In Henderson County and similar elevations, first generation codling moth flight is complete, and second generation flight is not …
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Collapse ▲In Henderson County and similar elevations, first generation codling moth flight is complete, and second generation flight is not …
This week, I’ve given up on offering fungicide suggestions based on the weather. Seems like I’m wrong every time! …
Woodpecker damage on mature ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ hollies is causing tree health problems including dieback and creating wounds for …
Codling Moth: Throughout the region we remain in that window where codling moth is between generations, and unless there …
After a rough week with the heat, rain and humidity, you may want to consider trying to get a …
Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …
The forecast is calling for rain this week which means extended leaf wetting events and a battle to keep …
In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …
Finally some respectable weather this week to start off the last few weeks of spring. Looking at my weather …
The question is, “Why is the top of this tree dead???” When I am diagnosing a plant problem I try …
First generation codling moth remains a key pest of concern across the region. Also, the window for tufted apple …
Yesterday as I was “enjoying” the gloomy memorial day weather, I received a phone call from Gene Klimstra that …
History When I first moved to Henderson County, I participated in a class cosponsored by the Henderson County Chamber …
Codling moth degree-day accumulations range from about 370 in Henderson County (2100 ft) to about 600 in the lower …
Severe weather has continued to challenge apple production in western NC this season, as more local hail events hit …
Ornamental Extension Specialists and Area Agents are gauging growers’ interest in an education conference in North Carolina. The conference would …
Recent hail in some orchards will surely affect decisions on continuing to invest in pesticide costs, but for those …
After my optimistic forecast for last week was very incorrect, I’m hesitant to make any further comments on the …
There are have been several reports of hail throughout western NC this evening. Some growers have reported over 40 …
Codling Moth: The cooler weather pattern has slowed degree-day accumulations, and consequently codling moth development has fallen behind last …
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