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… 26, 2021 By Dr. Joseph Fiola Defying Vintage: Predicting and Managing Annual Variability in the Vineyard There is a very common axiom in viticulture and enology that, "the wine is … as a separate entity. An IVM approach emphasizes, “whole plant health care” comparable to what is recommended for …

… system. Established grapevines are difficult to dig up and move. Fruits form on second-year wood, although older … is a true berry. Grapes are self-fruitful– pollen from one plant of one cultivar is effective for fertilization and … Black rot  Black rot ( Guignardia bidwelli ) is a common fungal disease of grapes in Maryland, both for …

… of pesticides on humans, pets, wildlife, pollinators, and the environment, including the Chesapeake Bay, are the … that was stripped of topsoil during construction. Plant turf-type tall fescue. It needs a minimum of 4-6 hours … and practices, especially regarding fertilization and pest management. Some  questions and answers include: How …

… George Timko, Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service Updated: June 2, 2021 Resources for information about common wildlife posing challenges to woodland owners in … Voles (Meadow Mice)  - University of California Integrated Pest Management Project Controlling Vole Damage  - University …

… March 15, 2023 By Neith Little The human element: rights and responsibilities, safety and stress The human element of … ergonomics , heat and sun exposure , air quality, pest control products (including organic sprays!), and youth … tip sheet and Penn State Extension has guide to the most common riding tractor safety risks. Ergonomic considerations …

… are fluctuating quite a bit, with some locations higher and others fairly low. This time of year, and particularly … Zone such pest that is good at the... Read more Rain Check Common in Tomato Fields this Season By Jerry Brust, Extension … can be sent to the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection and Weed Management Program 50 Harry S. …

… of pumpkins (Gladiator, Iron Man, and Rhea), Indian corn, Popcorn, and sunflowers were planted. Two rows of … trial; Asparagus bed; Buckwheat for bees and buckwheat flour; Oats for steel cut oatmeal; Milling Corn for … for the hops, and we sprayed herbicide to prep for the growing season.   AAUFRC Planting Experience AAUFRC Planting …

… mites Mites are not insects but are related to ticks and spiders. Adult mites have one sac-like body region, lack … red eggs. The two-spotted spider mite, which is the most common spider mite species, overwinters as orange adult … mites are found check leaves or branches higher up on the plant. Mites generally work their way up a plant and often …

… is to educate Maryland residents about safe, effective, and sustainable horticultural practices that build healthy … George's County and need assistance in identifying a plant problem or insect problem in your yard or home, you may … Who are the pollinators? See the information below. Common Native Plants to Maryland.docx Common Native Plants to …

… Volume 13, Issue 1 Check for Allium leaf miner in onions and leeks over the next few weeks Jerry Brust, University of … Read more Photo by G. Brust Image: Penn State Using Plant Growth Regulators to Improve Apple Return Bloom Pranoy … can also cause crown rots that... Read more Spring Pest Scouting in Strawberries Haley Sater, University of …