Tree Fruit Growers, Watch Out For Fire Blight
With the warm weather stirring up concerns for local fruit growers, it's time to talk about a sneaky little threat to those blossoming orchards.
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Focus On Fruit: Fire Blight 101
What is Fire Blight, and why is it such a concern for local apple and pear growers? Washington State University's Tianna Dupont gives us the background on this bacterial disease, and the impact it can have on the tree fruit industry.
Focus On Fruit: Fire Blight The Focus During WA Event
Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension specialist Tianna Dupont recaps the recent 4th International Symposium of Fire Blight.
Focus On Fruit: 04/24/25
Washington State University is warning pear and apple growers to watch for fire blight. WSU's Tianna Dupont explains what growers need to watch for, and steps they need to take.
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WSU To Host Soil Health Workshop
Washington State University will host its Tree Fruit Soil Health Workshop: SoilCon on Thursday, February 27th. The 3 ½ hour event will focus on :
What is tree fruit soil health?
What is the new Soil Health Initiative?
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Tree Fruit Days Start This Week
Washington State University will start their Tree Fruit Days this week for growers and producers across north central Washington.
“Topics include pest and disease management, invasive species, climate impacts on pollination, discussions on agricultural labor, and evaluating emerging technologies,” said WSU Tree Fruit Extension Specialist Tianna DuPont. She added this is a...
Focus On Fruit for 07/22/21
Washington State University's Tianna Dupont tell us about a new app developed between WSU and Oregon State University to help growers detect Little Cherry Disease.
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When Dealing With Fire Blight, Orchardists Encouraged To Be Agile
With a buildup of fire blight in orchards across the region, Washington State University said there are several options from which orchardists can select. WSU Extension Specialist, Tianna DuPont, said growers need to manage based on risk. She not
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78th Annual Cherry Institute Goes On-Line In Late January
Because of the ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the 2021 Cherry Institute will hold a virtual conference in late January. Washington State University tree fruit specialist, Tianna DuPont, said this year’s event will cover a variety of exciting and important topic, both live and on demand.
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WSU Hosting Virtual Workshop Focused On Soil Health
Washington State University will hold a virtual workshop in early November, focused on soil health and what it means for the tree fruit industry. Regional Extension specialist Tianna Dupont says “How Do We Measure and Manage Soil Health for Productive Orchards?” wil
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