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• Growers have several choices in firebright control- Two new firebright products are coming--hopefully soon.
• Coppers are a fit for organic production
• Firebright, antibiotics and the NOSB: David Granatstein explains why decisions by the National Organic Standards Board can have a dramatic impact on the farm.
• A new firebright-resistant apple variety: Swiiterlands Ladina has resistance to multiple diseases.
• How the NOSB has the ultimate say overwhich materials can be used in organic agriculture.
• Behind the scenes at the NOSB: Harold Austin is the first from Washington State to serve on the board.
• Whos on the NOSB?
• An expensive grape disorder: Berry or sour shrivel can be difficult to distinguish from the other problems.
• Top 5 points when installing irrigation: When installing irrigation, first of all, choose drip.
• Saving water in early peaches
• Irrigate grapes early if winter is dry: Inadequate soil moisture can delay grape bud break and vine growth.
• Part II: Enhancing biocontrol: Second in an 8-part series from WSU: Natural enemy inventory----knowing whats in your orchard helps to stabilize your IPM program.
• A replacement for Tiberon: MaxCel will cause branching on nursery trees, but it takes more sprays.
• B.C. co-op seeks higher returns: A large crop put pressure on the industrys weakest link--its storage facilities.
• Good to Know: Controlling vigor and promoting fruiting in pear trees
• Last Bite : Fruit trivia quiz
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