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Thinning Fruits - Cultural Practices

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley, Treasure Valley - Idaho, Eastern Idaho, Magic Valley

Posted on: June 21, 2023 by Brad Stokes

2023 Fruit Thinning – June 21, 2023

Cultural Alert

Fruits which are crowded on limbs should be thinned. Apples, pears, Asian pears, apricots, plums, and peaches all respond positively to thinning. Cherries and nut trees are usually not thinned. Thinning fruit will 1) increase fruit size, 2) improve the trees productivity in the year to come, and 3) reduce limb breakage as fruits begin to size. Too many fruits on a tree translates into small fruit that is often of poor quality.

General rules for thinning: 1) the earlier the better, 2) remove smaller fruits and leave the larger ones, 3) remove fruits with disease spots, hail damage, or other defects, 4) aim for even spacing. 

General guidelines by fruit – see links below for additional detail. 

Apples & pears:  Almost always need thinning. Should be thinned to one fruit per spur with a good spacing of one fruit per 6” of branch. Asian pears spaced at one fruit per 6-8” of branch. Be careful not to break off spurs while thinning – spurs produce flowers and fruit for many years if not broken. Recommend to thin apples within 40 days of full bloom and pears within 60 days of full bloom. 

Peaches & nectarines: Should be spaced at one fruit per 6-8” of branch. Fruits that are joined should be removed. Recommend to thin peaches about 70 days past full bloom.

Plums: Should be thinned to have spacing at 6” between fruit along the branch.

Apricots: If tree experiences heavy fruit set thin fruit spaced to 3” along branch. 

Trees will exhibit “June Drop” which is when the tree will naturally drop fruit. Some prefer to wait until this event happens to thin, however there are great advantages to thinning early. More details can be found in the links below.

https://extension.wsu.edu/maritimefruit/fruit-thinning-for-high-quality/

http://homeorchard.ucdavis.edu/8047.pdf or attach as PDF from complete reference library

Other reference:

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/berries-fruit/fruit-thinning

Time to spray for Peach Leaf Curl Fungus!

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley

Peach Leaf Curl

Posted on: October 17, 2017 by Dian Roberson

We had many clients visit our Master Gardener Plant Clinics with peach leaf curl, a fungal infection. As leaf drop occurs in the fall, any open sights become infection points that will carry over to the next growing season. By the time you spray your delayed dormant copper in the spring, these infected sights will have already effected the newly developing leaves.

Now, during leaf drop is the time to apply fall coppers. The first application should be at 30% leaf drop and a second at 70% leaf drop. It is also advisable to use a good sticker product to adhere the copper to the open wounds. The recommended copper use rates will vary based on product choice.

You will also need to repeat the copper fungicide in the spring.

» https://pnwhandbooks.org/plantdisease/host-disease/peach-prunus-persica-leaf-curl

Peach Twig Borer

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley

Peach Twig Borer

Posted on: June 15, 2016 by Dian Roberson

It is time to spray for Peach twig borer. This is a major pest of apricots, peaches, plums, and prunes. There are no known hosts outside the orchard. The larvae injure fruit and trees. Feeding on the buds and twigs occurs early in the season, after which the larva bores into the shoots, causing a characteristic "flagging" or wilting of the new growth. Later generations of larvae feed on shoots or fruit, disfiguring the fruit. Flagging of twigs indicates an infestation.

» http://insect.pnwhandbooks.org/tree-fruit/peach-and-nectarine/peach-and-nectarine-peach-twig-borer

» https://climate.usurf.usu.edu/includes/pestFactSheets/Peach-Twig-Borer.pdf

» Peach Twig Borer Larva

» Flagging caused by borer

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Treatment Forecast

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Posted on: May 21, 2015 by Paul Castrovillo

According to the degree-day model from the Online Phenology and Degree-Day Models published at the OSU Integrated Plant Protection Center Website the forecasted dates for beginning treatment against Western Cherry Fruit Fly are: Ontario (May 25), Caldwell (May 29), Boise and Parma (June 4), Nampa (June 5) and Emmett (June 9). These are based on recommended first treatment at 1060 degree-days per "Orchard Pest Management" as published by the "Good Fruit Grower", Yakima 1993.

The first Idaho Western Cherry Fruit Fly for 2015 was recently found in a trap in Homedale on May 19.

First Brown Marmorated Stink Bug found in Ada County

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Posted on: October 30, 2014 by Paul Castrovillo

On October 20, 2014 the first capture of a brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) in Ada County was confirmed. An alert homeowner in the Boise North End found the living insect in his garage and brought it to ISDA for verification of his identification. A follow-up inspection of the property failed to turn up any more specimens, which at this time would be attempting to locate suitable protected overwintering sites. In the spring, when stink bug activity would be expected to resume another inspection will be made and brown marmorated stink bug pheromone traps will be set up in the neighborhood to determine whether or not a population has established. Brown marmorated stink bug is an invasive pest from Asia. In the US it was first collected in Pennsylvania during the late 1990’s and since then has been detected in 41 states, with large infestations in the East and even some outbreak areas in Oregon, Washington and Utah. It feeds on a number of fruit and vegetable crops and can be a nuisance pest when congregating in human dwellings. In 2012 several specimens were transported from Maryland to Nampa, with reports of a few escaping, however no evidence of an established population has been uncovered in that area through subsequent inspections or trapping. With questions please contact Paul.Castrovillo@agri.idaho.gov or call 208-332-8627.

ew Tart Cherry and Table Grape Insurance Coverage and Fruit

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Insurance Coverage

Posted on: October 23, 2013 by Tony McCammon

New Tart Cherry and Table Grape Insurance Coverage and Fruit Sales Closing Dates

SPOKANE, Wash., Oct. 23, 2013 — USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) today announced the coverage availability for Tart Cherry Actual Revenue History and Table Grape Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) programs for the 2014 crop year.

Tart Cherry (for processing) Actual Revenue History (ARH) Insurance is available in Adams, Franklin, and Grant counties in Washington.

Table Grape Crop Insurance is available in Canyon County, Idaho.

Fruit producers are reminded of the upcoming sales closing date Wednesday, November 20, for apple, blueberry, sweet and tart cherry actual revenue history, cranberry, grape, pear, table grape, and stonefruit crops (apricots, nectarines, freestone peaches, and plums/prunes).

Current policyholders and uninsured growers must make all of their decisions on crop insurance coverage before the sales closing date. If there is no coverage in a county for a specific crop under the traditional MPCI program; producers may ask a crop insurance agent whether they would be eligible for coverage under a written agreement.

Producers are encouraged to visit their crop insurance agent soon to learn specific details for the 2014 crop year. Federal crop insurance program policies are sold and delivered solely through private crop insurance companies and agents. A list of crop insurance agents is available at all USDA service centers throughout the United States or on the RMA web site at www3.rma.usda.gov/tools/agents.

Composting Field Day September 10

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: August 19, 2013 by Tony McCammon

This is a FREE workshop! Join us at Rocky Fence Vineyard at 3770 Fuller Rd., Emmett, ID 83617 for a field day demonstrating three different composting techniques applicable to producers of different sizes, how adding carbon sources affect dairy compost quality, how to reduce air emissions from grape, wine, and dairy production, and how to implement composting on your farm.
Topics to be covered during the field day
•Overview of mechanically turned, forced aerated, and passive aerated windrows composting systems.
•Challenges for handling vine prunings and other carbon rich materials and nitrogen rich manures.
•What to do if the compost process doesn’t work as intended. Can I still use it?
•Preliminary results from a University of Idaho Extension year-long study on composting grape vine prunings and dairy manure.
•Field day features work supported by an Idaho Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, CIG grant

» 1010_1.pdf

Parma Idaho Fruit Field Day 2013

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: August 19, 2013 by Tony McCammon

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Friday September 6, 2013 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at the U of I Parma Research and Extension Center Pomology Orchard and Vineyard site, about 4 miles north of Parma, Idaho. The registration will start at 8:30 am and program will start at 9:00 am (sharp). Several cultivars of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, plums, quince, Asian pears, and other alternative fruits will be presented during the tour. Participants can taste many of these fruits. Highlights

SARE project research survey

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: September 26, 2012 by Tony McCammon

Corey Hanlon, a graduate student at the University of Florida. Is trying to conduct some research on how farmers perceive soil testing, through the use of a 10-minute, anonymous online survey. The sample of respondents that he is searching for includes any farmers that produce horticultural goods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, nursery stock, sod, trees and more. If you are willing to help me reach my goal of 200 respondents, the survey can be accessed through the following link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WYWF3YD Thank you for your help!

U-Idaho Fruit Conference February 7-8

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 30, 2012 by Tony McCammon

There is still seats left. Call Today to reserve your spot for this educational opportunity. I have organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards.

8- Idaho and 7- Oregon Pesticide recertification Credits are available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415.

Tuesday and Wednesday, February 7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Center, Weiser, ID.

U-Idaho Fruit Conference February 7-8

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 23, 2012 by Tony McCammon

Do you need Pesticide Certification Credits? Plan on joining the fruit industry for a pest management conference on February 7-8 in Weiser, Idaho. 8 Idaho and 7 Oregon Credits are offered. Open the attachments for registration details. Space is limited.

» 846_1.pdf

U-Idaho Fruit School

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 13, 2012 by Tony McCammon

Early bird registration ends today. Please either drop your registration off or have it postmarked today and in the mail. The registration Form is attached as well as the agenda. Your consideration is appreciated!

I have organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards.

Pesticide credits available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415.

Tuesday and Wednesday, February 7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Center, Weiser, ID.

» 842_1.pdf

» 842_2.pdf

U-Idaho Fruit Conference

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 6, 2012 by Tony McCammon

Announcement January 6, 2012 Now open for Registration
The University of Idaho Extension presents U-Idaho Fruit Conference: Pest Management

Weiser. The Washington County Extension office has organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards. Pesticide credits available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415. See attachment for Registration details. Register ASAP to secure your spot.

Tuesday and Wednesday, February7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Centre, Weiser, ID.

Please pass this information on to your departments and associates.

Thanks,

Tony McCammon

» 838_1.pdf

Crop Insurance Deadlines

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: October 31, 2011 by Tony McCammon

USDA Invests in Crop Insurance Education Awarding
$651,954 throughout the Pacific Northwest

SPOKANE, Wash., October 28, 2011 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA) will support crop insurance education and outreach in 47 states to ensure that small and underserved producers get the information they need to effectively manage their risk and remain productive. Awards totaling approximately $13.6 million from two RMA programs—Targeted States and the Education and Outreach programs—will support thousands of American farmers, ranchers and producers.

Of that total, $651,954 in partnership agreement awards will support crop insurance education and outreach in the Pacific Norwest Region serviced by RMA’s Spokane Regional Office. “The partnerships will provide farmers and ranchers access to a complete set of conferences, targeted instruction, strategies, and networking opportunities at a local level.” Dave Paul, Director of RMA’s Spokane Regional Office stated, "We are very excited about the diversity of these partnership agreements and believe, through these programs, many farmers and ranchers will be better equipped to address the many risk management related challenges faced on their farms and ranches.”

RMA accepted proposals from public and private entities, including colleges and universities; Federal, State, and local agencies; non-profit and for-profit organizations; and others. All partnership agreements were competitive and awarded based on merit.

The following awardees represent approved projects in the RMA Spokane Regional Office area only (representing Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington).

Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides – “AGR-Lite and Farm Products Branding Training for Organic Specialty Crop Producers in Idaho” to ensure an effective program of agricultural risk management education and information through small sessions will be established in the State of Idaho that will meet the needs of its producers.

Oregon Cattlemen's Association – “Oregon Risk Management Outreach on Livestock Risk Protection Ins. and Ranch, Pasture, Range, Financial and Legal Management for Traditionally Undeserved Livestock Producers” to provide risk management outreach and education for livestock producers in Oregon who are traditionally underserved

Washington State University – “Breaking New Ground -- Using Agri-tourism as a Risk Management Strategy in the Spokane Region” to assist priority producers in the region to develop new agri-tourism enterprises that can capture additional income for producers, and help stimulate local economies. A major part of this project will be working with producers so they understand, and can mitigate both traditional risks of farming, as well as some unique new risks associated with agri-tourism.

Oregon State University – “Expanding Niche Livestock Ranching in Oregon” to strengthen risk management programming for underserved livestock producers throughout Oregon

RightRisk, LLC – “Risk Management Education for RMA’s Spokane Region: RME on Insurance, Succession Planning, Marketing, and Financial Planning to Women/New/ Hispanic/Senior/Specialty Crop/Other Producers in Idaho and Oregon” to promote sustained profitability for agricultural producers in Idaho and Oregon through effective risk management decision making.

Washington State University – “Enhancing Farming Practices and Marketing Skills as Risk Management Tools for Hispanic, Asian American, and Beginning Farmers in Washington State” to expand the successful implementation of “Cultivating Success” farm production and business management curricula with Hmong and Latino farmers in Washington.

Washington State University – “Education and Outreach Project for Producers, Ranchers, Limited Resource Producers, Ranchers, New and Beginning Farmers in Northeastern Washington, RMA Spokane District” to provide multiple learning and networking opportunities in aspects of small agriculture risk management.

Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System – “Delivery of Educational Materials to Increase LGM-Dairy Utilization by Dairy Farm Operators in General and Limited Resource Operators in Particular in Washington State” to develop and subsequently deliver an integrated education program composed of computer-based LGM-Dairy training workshops

Rural Community Development Resources – “Risk Planning Education for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Sustainability in Washington State” to provide outreach and create awareness of risk management issues for SDA producers, provide individual risk planning and provide outreach to RMA regional offices in regard to the new and beginning farmers and the Center’s role within Washington State.

Institute for Washington’s Future – “Production, Financial, and Human Risk Management Outreach and Education to Hispanic Farmers in Washington State” to develop and conduct a promotional program crop insurance and other risk management tools in Spanish.

The Risk Management Education and Outreach programs are designed to help ensure that farmers and ranchers effectively manage their risk through difficult periods, helping to maintain America's robust food supply and the survival of small, limited resource, socially disadvantaged and other traditionally under-served farmers. RMA administers these partnership projects as well as the Federal crop insurance program, with funding and authority from the Federal Crop Insurance Act.

RMA helps producers manage their business risks through effective, market-based risk solutions. RMA's mission is to promote, support, and regulate sound risk management solutions to preserve and strengthen the economic stability of America's agricultural producers. Federal crop insurance provides support to American producers as part of the "farm safety net." A strong farm safety net is important to the vitality of American agriculture. Complete listings of the agreements can be found on the RMA Web site at: http://www.rma.usda.gov/aboutrma/agreements/.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272(voice), or (202) 720-6382 (TDD).

Annual Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 31, 2011 by Tony McCammon

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at the U of I Parma Research and Extension Center Pomology Orchard and Vineyard site, about 4 miles north of Parma, Idaho.

» 826_1.pdf

Soil Fumigation Training

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 15, 2011 by Tony McCammon

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is offering Soil Fumigation Training August 15-17 in different locations throughout Idaho. See the attachment for contact information and scheduled classes.

» 822_1.pdf

Parma Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 8, 2011 by Tony McCammon

The University of Idaho Parma Fruit Field Day will be Tuesday, September 20, 2011 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at the UI Parma Research and Extension Center Pomology Orchard and Vineyard site, about 4 miles north of Parma, Idaho.

» 820_1.pdf

Nut Growers Conference

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 6, 2011 by Tony McCammon

The Northern Nut Growers Association is a national organization of amateur and
commercial nut growers, researchers, breeders, and foresters. The NNGA has decided to
hold their 2011 annual meeting in Logan on the USU campus, with USU Extension as a
conference co-sponsor.

This conference should be very educational for growers, hobbyists and master gardeners,
and it is a rare opportunity to have the meeting held in our back yards.

The conference is scheduled for July 17-22. More information can be found at their
conference website http://nngaconference.usu.edu/program.cfm.

Idaho's Trade Managers Appointments

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: December 7, 2010 by Tony McCammon

Scheduled Dates

Armando Orellano will be in Idaho Febuary 7th through the 18th. To schedule an appointment Click Here

Eddie Yen and Xu Fang will be in Idaho Febuary 14th through the 22nd. To schedule an appointment Click Here

Idaho's Trade Office Managers for Mexico, Southeast Asia
and China
Agriculture companies have the opportunity for one-on-one consultations with Eddie Yen, Idaho's Asia Trade Office Manager, Xu Fang, Idaho's China Trade Office Manager, and Armando Orellano, Idaho's Mexico Trade Office Manager, to identify strategies for expanding sales in these markets. Their visits primarily focus on meeting one-on-one with individual companies to provide market intelligence and consulting. If your company is interested in entering or expanding in these markets, Eddie Yen, Xu Fang, and Armando Orellano are excellent resources. Please contact Laura Johnson or Kim Peterson if you are interested in learning more about Idaho's overseas trade offices, or would like to schedule meetings with any of the trade office managers.

Table Grape Association

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: December 2, 2010 by Tony McCammon

Hello Table Grape Growers and Friends,

Below is a Snippet of our November 2010 News Letter.
To View the Full Version of the "Snake River Table Grape Growers News Letter" please visit the link below.

https://sites.google.com/site/srtgga/srtgga-news-letter

Or visit our home page at www.srtgga.org

Spanish Pesticide Program

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: February 2, 2010 by Tony McCammon

Fruitgrowers,

Be advised that there is a free pesticide program for Spanish Speaking industry workers and professionals. This is a good opportuniity to educate your employees on insects, diseases, and pesticide safety. Please pass this information on to them and send them to support this program. See the attached document. With so many Extension programs on the chopping block this year we need your support in our programs that contribute to your industry.

» 695_1.pdf

Blue Mountain Horticulture Society Annual Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 26, 2010 by Tony McCammon

This is to announce the Annual Meeting of the Blue Mountain Horticulture Society scheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2010, starting at 7:45 a.m. The meeting will be held at Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC), 311 North Columbia (next to Safeway), in Milton-Freewater. Pesticide recertification credits will be available for Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Speakers such as Jay Bruner, Tim Smith, and Clive Kaiser. Pre-register by calling phone 541-938-7176. See the Meeting agenda in the attachment.

» 692_1.pdf

SWCD Healthy Soil for Healthy Crops

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: January 26, 2010 by Tony McCammon

The Payette Soil Water Conservancy district has put together a great program to help Build your productive soil. Soil Specialists and Horticulturalists will be speaking. Speakers include Mir Seyedbagheri UI Extension Soil Educator, Rhonda Hirnyck UI Pesticide Program Coordinator, and Anita Azarenko Oregon State Horticulture Department Head. See the attached flyer for more Information. From more information on this program or to register call 642-4402.

» 691_1.pdf

Parma Tree Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 31, 2009 by Tony McCammon

The Parma Fruit Field Day begins thursday September 3rd at 8:30am and will finish around 1pm. Support for the Parma Research and Extension Center is critical this year. Please plan on attending this event.

» 678_1.pdf

Export Meeting for FruitGrowers

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 25, 2009 by Tony McCammon

ISDA is providing Eddie (Taiwan) and Armando (Mexico), trade managers, for a luncheon discussion on export, packaging, and quality updates. We will meet for lunch in Caldwell on Friday, September 4 12-1:30 pm at the University of Idaho Caldwell Complex on Chicago. Please RSVP as soon as possible to tonym@uidaho.edu or by calling 642-6022.
lunch will be provided!!! RSVP today!

Export meeting for fruit growers

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 25, 2009 by Tony McCammon

ISDA is providing Eddie (Taiwan) and Armando (Mexico), trade managers, for a luncheon discussion on export, packaging, and quality updates. We will meet for lunch in Caldwell on Friday, September 4 12-1:30 pm at the University of Idaho Caldwell Complex on Chicago. Please RSVP as soon as possible to tonym@uidaho.edu or by calling 642-6022.
lunch will be provided!!! RSVP today!

Codling Moth 2nd Generation is upon us!

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: July 9, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Codling Moth 2nd Generation hatch has begun get your sprays on your apples and pears. See the attached Pest alert for more details on this Tree Fruit Advisory.

» 663_1.pdf

Codling Moth 2nd Generation is upon us!

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: July 9, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Codling Moth 2nd Generation hatch has begun get your sprays on your apples and pears. See the attached Pest alert for more details on this Tree Fruit Advisory.

» 662_1.pdf

More Fruit Advisory

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 29, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Attached is an advisory for Updates on Codling moth Western Cherry Fruit Fly, Wooly apple aphid. Please advise others of these alert.

» 639_1.pdf

Tree Fruit Pest Advisory May 1

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 1, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Fruit Grower Pest Advisory May 1, 2009.

http://extension.ag.uidaho.edu/payette/images/Storage/Fruit%20Advisory/April_2alert.pdf

Or visit the Payette County Website.

Tree Fruit Pest Advisory Report

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: April 20, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Download the PDF file to view the Alert Advisory or go to http://extension.ag.uidaho.edu/payette/fruit.htm

» April Pest Advisory

Fruit Grower Test

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: April 20, 2009 by Tony McCammon

This is a test from the computer in Payette to Fruitgrowers in Southwest Idaho.

Tree Fruit Pest Advisory Report

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: April 20, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Download the PDF file to view the Alert Advisory or go to http://extension.ag.uidaho.edu/payette/fruit.htm

» April Advisory Report

Tree Fruit Pest Advisory

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: April 17, 2009 by Tony McCammon

To view the advisory click on the pdf file below or visit the Payette County Extension website.

» April Advisory

Tree Fruit Pest Advisory Newsletter

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: April 17, 2009 by Tony McCammon

Download the PDF file to view the Alert Advisory or go to http://extension.ag.uidaho.edu/payette/fruit.htm

» April Advisory

Parma Field Day of Fruit

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: September 8, 2008 by Tony McCammon

Contact: Essie Fallahi at (208) 722-6701, Ext. 225, or efallahi@uidaho.edu in Parma or communications specialist Marlene Fritz at (208) 364-6165 or mfritz@uidaho.edu in Boise.

Sample Fruit and Tour Horticultural Research on Sept. 12
at University of Idaho’s Parma Research and Extension Center

PARMA, Idaho—On Sept. 12, Treasure Valley residents can see and taste what’s growing on the trees and vines at the University of Idaho’s Parma Research and Extension Center. Anyone interested in fruit production—including commercial growers, small-farm and alternative producers, home gardeners, hobbyists and horticultural professionals—is encouraged to attend.

Beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m., participants can nibble on new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, quinces, Asian pears and other alternative fruit. They’ll learn about the use of growth bio-regulators in fruit crops before heading to the Fuji apple orchard for information on water-conserving irrigation practices, progressive pest-management, and innovative fertilization and chemical-thinning.

Then, they’ll tour experimental rows of alternative fruit crops—including quinces, Asian pears, persimmons, jujubes, haskaps and mulberries—and see a new canopy experiment in table grapes. They’ll compare varieties of peaches and nectarines and participate in a question-and-answer discussion about planting, growth regulators, pest management, pruning, thinning, girdling, irrigating and other fruit-growing practices.

The delicious event is free and slated to end at about 1 p.m. Four pesticide recertification credits will be offered.

The Parma Research and Extension Center is located about a mile north of Parma on U of I Lane. For more information, call University of Idaho pomologist Essie Fallahi at (208) 722-6701, Ext. 225, or the main office at Ext. 228.

Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 27, 2008 by Tony McCammon

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Friday, September 12, 2008 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. The registration will start at 8:30 am and program will start at 9:00 am. Several cultivars of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, quinces, Asian pears, and other alternative fruits will be presented during the tour. Participants can taste many of these fruits. Highlights of this event will be:
1) Presentation and tasting of several types and cultivars of fruits at the main office complex and discussion on application of growth bio-regulators in fruit crops
2) Tour of the U of I comprehensive research projects on ‘Fuji’ apple irrigation and nutrition, chemical thinning, and pesticides uses
3) Tour of the alternative fruit crops, including quinces, Asian pears, persimmons, Jujube, Haskaps, and mulberries
4) Tour of the table grape vineyards, new grape canopy experiment, peaches and nectarines, and discussion/ questions/answers on various cultural practices of fruit crops, including planting, growth regulators, pruning, thinning, girdling, pest control, irrigation
Where: University of Idaho, Parma Research & Extension Center in Parma, on the lawn in front of the main office complex. Going west on Highway 20/26 in Parma, turn right at M&W grocery store, go for about 1/3 miles and turn left on U of I Lane and go north for about 1 mile.
When: Friday, September 12, 2008, Starts at 8:30 am (sharp) till 1:00 pm
Cost: Free of Charge

Emmett Fruitgrower Lunch Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: June 20, 2008 by Tony McCammon

June 25th: Fruitgrowers are invited to learn about Abiotic and Biotic Orchard diseases next Wednesday at 11:00am in Emmett at the La Costa Family Mexican Restaurant in Emmett. 517 N. Washington Ave. 365-1567.

Speakers: Essie Fallahi UI Pomology Specialist and Krishna Mohan UI Pathology Specialist. Tom Tankersley orchard Updates.

Fruitgrower Meeting Wednesday at 11:00

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: June 3, 2008 by Tony McCammon

University of Idaho Fruitgrower Meeting Held at Tips restaurant in Payette off Highway 95. Starts at 11:00.

Essie Fallahi, Kelly Henggeler, and Ron Yoder will be there to instruct and carry the discussion. Please come and enjoy your fellow industry professionals.

Tony McCammon

Fruit Grower Meeting - Marsing

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 19, 2008 by Tony McCammon

Proper Soil and Nutrient Management will increase fruit marketablility. Mir Seyedbagheri UI Educator in Elmore County will present on these topics wednesday at 11:00 At the Sandbar Restaurant in Marsing. 18 1st Ave W, 896-4124.

See you there!
Tony McCammon

Fruit Grower Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 12, 2008 by Tony McCammon

Marketing and protecting our fruit are at the top of the list for fruit growers. Wednesday at 11:00 at Nichols Steakhouse in Fruitland representatives from the ISDA will discuss what they are doing and what you can do to protect your fruit from abandoned orchards. The Idaho Preferred program will talk about marketing opportunities for your fruit. If you have any questions on this meeting call Tony McCammon at 642-6022.

Rimon Ovicide degree day applications

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 7, 2008 by Tony McCammon

The Rimon label states that it wants to be on between 50-75 degree days(DD) in Western states. If we Include the success of the trials Wilbur Ellis completed with this product, appling material at 100 and 1000 DD,
The 1st generation has a window that could be from 50 to 100 DD giving large orchadists a little more time to cover their acres. The 2nd generation should be applied starting at 1000 degrees. Submitted by Tom Tankersly

Estimating DD with the projected forcast expect to reach 50 DD on Monday in most parts of the Treasure Valley.

Good Luck!

Chemical Fruit Fair: Feb 22

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Oregon

Posted on: February 15, 2008 by Tony McCammon

Ontario Sizzler Restaurant

Registration starts at 8:00

Lunch is provided.
See you there!

Coddling Moth and Cherry Fruit Fly Update

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: June 7, 2007 by Tony McCammon

As of
June 5th:                                         
Coddling Moth DD  
Biofix ACC.DD. 340dd 920dd(END Hatch)
Emmett    25-Apr 510.6    13-May 27-Jun
Fruitland 24-Apr 604.4    19-May 22-Jun
Parma       24-Apr 540.4   20-May 26-Jun
Snake River
Valley 25-Apr 610.0  20-May 21-Jun
Sunny Slope 25-Apr 540.5  20-May 25-Jun

Larval emergence for the first generation of codling moth is 69-79% completed for Southwest Idaho. Keep fruit protected from newly emerging codling moth larvae through the projected end of the 1st generation. Currently, the codling moth model predicts that egg hatch for the 1st generation will end between June 22 and June 26. A critical period for codling moth control is 340-640 DD after biofix (first adult activity). The percentage of egg hatch (larval emergence) for the first generation changes from 12 to 80% during this period. This relatively short 300 DD window of time (approx. 10-15 days in length) will see the greatest amount of codling moth pressure. It is important to have adequate residues of insecticide present on fruit during this period. There will be a 5-7 day “break” between the 1st and 2nd generation where fruit protection is not necessary.

Western Cherry Fruit Fly
Biofix AccDD
Emmett 25-May 228.7
Fruitland 27-May 283.3
Parma 28-May 171.9
Snake River
Valley 27-May 259.7
Sunny Slope 29-May 157.9


Based on numerous years of observation in Idaho, fruit is not susceptible to egg-laying from cherry fruit fly females until it changes from yellow to a salmon or blush color. When the earliest maturing fruit on the tree takes on a blush color, protect cherries with an insecticide application. Based on research, adult females are not ready to lay mature eggs until 7-10 days after first catch of the season. Use these two pieces of information for your location to initiate insecticide sprays to protect fruit from cherry fruit fly. Flies will develope according to temperatures like most insects. Spray timing can also be based on 190 Degree Days. Use the temperatures from the top of this page to time your applications.
Insecticides effective for WCFF:
- Spinosad GF-120 NF (apply with an electric pump sprayer mounted on a 4-wheeler; reapply every 7 days; excellent adulticide; not rainfast)
- Provado (moderate adulticide, excellent larvicide, can kill larvae within fruit; reapply every 14 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated applications)
- Success and Entrust (reapply every 7 days)
- Dimethoate (Be careful follow instructions closely)
- Guthion (reapply every 14 days; 15 day PHI)
- Sevin (reapply every 7 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated use)
- Diazinon (reapply every 7-10 days; 21 day PHI)
- Malathion (reapply every 3 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated use)

Fruitgrower Meeting Wednesday June 6th

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 31, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Fruitgrower meeting next wednesday 12:00 Marsing Sandbar restaurant. Just over the Bridge driving into marsing take a right.

Tom Tankersly will give us updates on orchard scouting observations
Tony McCammon will lead discussion on drought conditions and Cherry mildew information

For any questions contact Tony McCammon at 642-6022
or email at tonym@uidaho.edu

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 30, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Western Cherry Fruit Fly (Sweet and tart cherry): Western cherry fruit fly adults have been caught in locations of Emmett May 25th and Sunny Slope May 29th. Based on numerous years of observation in Idaho, fruit is not susceptible to egg-laying from cherry fruit fly females until it changes from yellow to a salmon or blush color. When the earliest maturing fruit on the tree takes on a blush color, protect cherries with an insecticide application. Based on research, adult females are not ready to lay mature eggs until 7-10 days after first catch of the season. Use these two pieces of information for your location to initiate insecticide sprays to protect fruit from cherry fruit fly.
Insecticides effective for WCFF:
- Spinosad GF-120 NF (apply with an electric pump sprayer mounted on a 4-wheeler; reapply every 7 days; excellent adulticide; not rainfast)
- Provado (moderate adulticide, excellent larvicide, can kill larvae within fruit; reapply every 14 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated applications)
- Success and Entrust (reapply every 7 days)
- Dimethoate (Be careful follow instructions closely)
- Guthion (reapply every 14 days; 15 day PHI)
- Sevin (reapply every 7 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated use)
- Diazinon (reapply every 7-10 days; 21 day PHI)
- Malathion (reapply every 3 days; watch for mite flare-up with repeated use)

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 16, 2007 by Jerry Neufeld

Ben Simko, Program Manager from ISDA has prepared a letter showing the predicted emergence dates for Western Cherry Fruit Fly for several areas in the Treasure Valley. To read the letter click on “Crop Info”, “Tree Fruit”, “Cherry”, “Western Cherry Fruit Fly” and lastly the link entitled “Western Cherry Fruit Fly predicted emergence for 2007”.

Fruitgrower Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 8, 2007 by Tony McCammon

This is a reminder of Wednesdays May 9th Growers Meeting at Nichols Steak House. High noon!

See you there.

Degree Day Accumulations

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 8, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Projected Degree days for Coddling Moth as of May 7th 2007.

Coddling Moth DD 150dd 250dd
Emmett May 9 May 20
Fruitland May 9 May 19
Parma May 11 May 22
Snake River Valley May 10 May 20
Sunny Slope May 12 May 22

At 150dd to 200dd apply Esteem 35WP or Intrepid 2F to control Coddling moth at the early egg laying period. For best control during this period supplement this treatment with Pheromone treatments.

Fruitgrower Meeting Fruitland

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 3, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Universtity of Idaho Extension in Payette County will host a Fruitgrower meeting on May 9th at 12:00 noon at Nichols Steak House in Fruitland. Essie Fallahi will lead a discussion on nutrient management of side blooms on apples, Kelly Henggeler will lead a discussion on labor issues, and Tom Tankersley on an orchard scouting update.

A second meeting will be offered on June 6th in Marsing at the Sand Bar Resturaunt. More information will follow.

Coddling Moth Degree Day Update

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 3, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Temperatures are estimated days when said Degree days will be achieved.

Coddling Moth DD ActualDD 100dd 150dd 250dd

Snake River Valley 91.3 May 4 May 9 May 19
Fruitland 94.6 May 4 May 10 May 20
Sunny Slope 93.1 May 6 May 12 May 22
Parma 80.3 May 6 May 12 May 22

Fruitgrower Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: March 20, 2007 by Tony McCammon

Fruit Grower Meeting – Gem County USDA Office
April 4, 2007 7:00pm - 9:00pm


7:00 pm Welcome
Tony McCammon

7:10 pm Gem Co. Orchard Review Board Report
Al Dimmick – ORB Member

7:45 pm Temperatures, Trapping, & Timing
Tony McCammon – University of Idaho Extension

8:20 pm FSA Insurance Options
Rob Maurer – County FSA Executive Director
8:55 pm Solutions for Commercial Growers
Tom Tankersley - Wilbur and Ellis

Fruit Grower Advisory Meeting

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: December 13, 2006 by Tony McCammon

TO: Interested Tree Fruit Growers and Friends

FROM: Bill Ford (the one with some E Mail addresses) :-)

We will be holding our third planning session in the Henggeler Packing Company's lunch room, this Thursday (14) at 6:00 P.M..

OBJECTIVE: To finalize discussion of possible projects, and make decisions as to what projects we want to pursue.

If you are unable to attend, send a representative from your organization!

Tony McCammon, the University of Idaho's Fruit Production Extension Educator will lead out.

Promar Insurance Feedback Sessions

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: December 7, 2006 by Tony McCammon

INVITATION TO FEEDBACK SESSIONS
ON PERENNIAL CROP INSURANCE

(Apples, Grapes, Pears, Peaches, Cranberries, and Blueberries)

USDA¡¦s Risk Management Agency has contracted with Promar International, a food and agricultural consulting firm based in Virginia, to evaluate the insurance programs for those perennial crops for which the insurable value is based on a grower¡¦s actual production history. While they are looking at all aspects of these programs, Promar has been directed to focus particularly on the adjustments made to approved yields for instances of either alternate bearing or down trending yields. Key questions include:

„Ï How often are growers¡¦ approved yields being automatically reduced by the RMA formulas that trigger these adjustments?
„Ï Have the adjustments been appropriate?
„Ï Should all of these crops be subject to adjustments for alternate bearing?

The states covered by RMA¡¦s Spokane Washington Regional Office include Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska. The insured perennial crops of interest in this region are apples, grapes pears, peaches, cranberries, and blueberries. Feedback sessions for growers, insurance providers, agents, and extension staff are being conducted in Washington and Idaho because of the concentration of growers in that state, but the sessions are open to interested parties from any of these states, and all are invited.

Feedback sessions have been scheduled as follows:

Idaho:
Tuesday , December 12, 2006
AmeriTel Inn ¡V Boise Spectrum
Arrow Rock North Room
7499 W. Overland
Boise, ID 83709
9:00 - 11:00 am Washington:
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
WSU ¡V IAREC , Large Conference Room
24106 N. Bunn Rd.
Prosser, WA
10:00 - 12:00 am
Friday, December 15, 2006
Washington State Fruit Commission
Downstairs Meeting Room
105 S. 18th str.
Yakima, WA 98901
9:00 - 11:00 am

University of Idaho Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: July 27, 2006 by Jerry Neufeld

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. The registration will start at 8:30 am and the program will start at 9:00 am. Several cultivars of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, quinces, Asian pears, and other alternative fruits will be presented during the tour. Participants can taste many of these fruits. Highlights of this event will be:
1) Presentation and tasting of several types and cultivars of fruits at the main office complex and discussion on application of growth bio-regulators in fruit crops
2) Tour of the U of I comprehensive research projects on ‘Fuji’ and ‘Gala’ apple irrigation and rootstock selections, chemical thinning, and pesticides uses
3) Tour of the alternative fruit crops, including quinces, Asian pears, persimmons, Jujube, and mulberries
4) Tour of the table grape vineyards, peaches and nectarines, and discussion/ questions/answers on various cultural practices of fruit crops, including planting, growth regulators, pruning, thinning, girdling, pest control, irrigation
Where: University of Idaho, Parma Research & Extension Center in Parma, on the lawn in front of the main office complex. Going west on Highway 20/26 in Parma, turn right at M&W grocery store, go for about 1/3 mile and turn left on U of I Lane and go north for about 1 mile.
When: Wednesday, September 6, 2006, Starts at 8:30 am (sharp) till 1:00 pm
Cost: Free of Charge
Who Can Participate? Open to the Public. Those interested in fruit production, including commercial growers, small farm growers, alternative fruit growers, home gardeners, Master Gardeners, horticultural professionals and graduate students, extension and research faculty/staff, horticultural hobbyist, and fruit industry representatives are welcome. For additional information, please call: 208-722-6701 Extension 228 OR contact Dr. Essie” Fallahi at 208-722-6701 Ext. 225

Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: June 6, 2006 by Steven Reddy

Ben Simko, Entomology Program Manager ISDA, reported that one of his scouts brought in a positive Western Cherry Fruit Fly on a yellow panel trap from the rural Nampa area on June 5th.
According to the insect model, June 3-4 was the recommended treatment date for Cherry Fruit Fly in Canyon County.

Cherry Fruit Fly Forecasts

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 25, 2006 by Steven Reddy

According to the degree-day model from the Online Phenology and Degree-day Models published at the OSU Integrated Plant Protection Center Website, below are the forecasted dates for the Western Cherry Fruit Fly adult emergence and recommended spray dates.
These dates were determined using actual temperature data from these locations up to May 24 and forecasted temperatures thereafter. Chemical control should be applied before the eggs are laid.
Ben Simko, Program Manager
Pest Survey and Detection Program
Division of Plant Industries, ISDA

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Degree Day Accumulations 2006
Site Forecast First Forecast First
Adult Emergence Treatment @1060 DD
Boise May 21 June 1
Caldwell May 23 June 3
Emmett May 27 June 6
Nampa May 22 June 3
Payette May 20 May 31
Parma May 21 June 1

Pomology Program Annual Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 29, 2005 by Jerry Neufeld

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2005 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. The registration will start at 8:30 am and program will start at 9:00 am. Several cultivars of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, quinces, Asian pears, and other alternative fruits will be presented during the tour. Participants can taste many of these fruits. Four Credits will be given toward the Idaho Pesticide Applicator License.

Highlights of this event will be:
1)Presentation and tasting of several types and cultivars of fruits at the main office complex and discussion on application of growth bio-regulators in fruit crops
2)Tour of the U of I comprehensive research projects on ‘Fuji’ and ‘Gala’ apple irrigation and rootstock selections, chemical thinning, and pesticides uses
3)Tour of the alternative fruit crops, including quinces, Asian pears, persimmons, Jujube, and mulberries
4)Tour of the table grape vineyards, peaches and nectarines, and discussion/ questions/answers on various cultural practices of fruit crops, including planting, growth regulators, pruning, thinning, girdling, pest control, irrigation

Where: University of Idaho, Parma Research & Extension Center in Parma, on the lawn in front of the main office complex. Going west on Highway 20/26 in Parma, turn right at M&W grocery store, go for about 1/3 miles and turn left on U of I Lane and go north for about 1 mile.

When: Wednesday, September 7, 2005, Starts at 8:30 am (sharp) till 1:00 pm

Cost: Free of Charge

Who Can Participate? Open to the Public. Those interested in fruit production, including commercial growers, small farm growers, alternative fruit growers, home gardeners, Master gardeners, horticultural professionals and graduate students, extension and research faculty/staff, horticultural hobbyist, and fruit industry representatives are welcome. For additional information, please call: 208-722-6701 Extension 228 OR contact Dr. Esmaeil “Essie” Fallahi at 208-722-6701 Ext. 225

Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 31, 2005 by Steven Reddy

Michael Cooper (ISDA) reported a confirmed Cherry Fruit Fly capture in a sticky trap in Gem County.
This capture is close to the Degree Day model prediction calculated on May 21.

Codling moth

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 26, 2005 by Steven Reddy

Fruit growers should be prepared for large codling moth hatch pressure in the next 1 to 2 weeks. Crop Advisor: Tom Lyon reports that the initial codling moth generation was weak due to cool, wet weather conditions. Conditions now, however, are right for a large larva hatch. Growers should have trees protected with cover sprays.

Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 21, 2005 by Steven Reddy

Degree Day calculations made on May 20th for Western Cherry Fruit Fly (using the OSU On-Line Phenology and Degree Day Models) include:
Payette: 821.1 DD First adult emergence about May 21
Parma: 769.8 DD First adult emergence about May 24
Caldwell: 740.3 DD First adult emergence about May 26
Nampa: 740.1 DD First adult emergence about May 26
Emmett: 678.9 DD First adult emergence about May 29
Chemical control applications are recommended on or before 1060 Degree Days to target egg-laying adult flies (source: Orchard Pest Management).

Codling Moth

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 19, 2005 by Steven Reddy

Codling moth degree days have been slower to accumulate than anticipated. On 5/18/05 (Parma data) 146 degree days were calculated. First generation egg hatch will begin at approximately 250 degree days.
Growers in the Payette/Fruitland area will meet May 24th to review the anticipated first hatch and control options. If you would like more information on this meeting call Washington Co. Ext. Office (414-0415)

Codling Moth Biofix Set

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 5, 2005 by Steven Reddy

Crop Advisor, Tom Lyon reported the first consistent codling moth flight on May 1. This date is being designated as the Codling Moth Biofix date. Growers should contact their crop advisors now to determine codling moth control options. The first generation egg hatch will begin approximately 250 Degree-days after Biofix. Additional Degree-day alerts will be given as we get closer to first hatch.

Pomology Program Annual Fruit Field Day

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: August 26, 2004 by Jerry Neufeld

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Thursday, September 2, 2004 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Several varieties of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, and plums will be presented during the tour, and participants can taste these fruits. The highlights of the field day are:

1.Presentation and tasting of several types and cultivars of fruits at the main office complex
2.Tour of the U of I comprehensive and modern Fuji and Gala apple irrigation projects and apple rootstock selections, etc…
3.Tour of the alternative fruit crops, including quince, Asian pears, persimmons, and mulberries.
4.Tour of the table grape vineyards, peaches and nectarines, and discussion/questions/ answers on various cultural practices of fruit crops, including planting, pruning, thinning, growth regulators, girdling, irrigation etc.

Where: University of Idaho, Parma Research/Extension Center, in front of the main office complex. Going west on highway 20/26 in Parma, turn right at M&W grocery store, go for about 1/3 miles, turn left on U of I Lane, and go north for about 1 mile.

When: Thursday, September 2, 2004, Starts at 9:00 AM (sharp) until 12:30 PM.

Cost: Free of Charge

Who Can Participate? Open to the Public. Those interested in fruit production, including commercial growers, small-scale growers, alternative fruit growers, home gardeners, Master gardeners, horticultural professionals, extension and research faculty/staff, and horticultural hobbyist are welcome.

For additional information, please call 208-722-6701 Extension 228 OR contact Dr. Essie Fallahi at 208-722-6701 Ext. 225

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Emergence Dates

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 5, 2004 by Tim Davis

As of today May 5th we are currently at 730 degree days for the Western Cherry Fruit Fly in the Caldwell area and the model is predicting accumulations of 1060dd on May 22nd. In the Emmett are we are currently at 700dd and the model is predecting accumulations of 1060dd on May 25th. In the Payette area we are currently at 760dd and the model is predicting 1060dd on May 21st. A cover spray should be applied on or before 1060dd to target mature, egg-laying flies.

Codling Moth Larval Emergence Date

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 5, 2004 by Tim Davis

As of today May 5th we are currently any where from 150-185 degree-days for the Codling Moth. This range depends on when your biofix was set and the area you are in. The model is predicting larval emergence (250dd) any where from May 12-15 again depending on you local temperature and biofix date. The Fruitland/Payette area is on the earlier end of the prediction as it has been a bit warmer here this year. The Caldwell area is on the later end of this prediction. Plan your cover sprays accordingly and DONT BE LATE!

Annual Pomology Field Day

Tree Fruits    Eastern Idaho

Posted on: August 28, 2003 by Jerry Neufeld

The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2003 from 9:00am to 12:30. Several varieties of new table grapes, peaches, nectarines, apples, and plums will be presented during the tour, and participant can taste these fruits. The highlights of the field day are:

1)Presentation and tasting of several types and cultivars of fruits at the main office complex

2)Tour of the table grape vineyards, peaches and nectarines, and discussion/ questions/ answers on various cultural practices of fruit crops, including pruning, thinning, growth regulators, girdling, variety and rootstock selections, irrigation, etc..

3)Tour of the U of I comprehensive and modern Fuji and Gala apple irrigation projects.

4)Tour of the alternative fruit crops, including quince, Asian pears, persimmons and mulberries.

Where: University of Idaho, Parma Research/Extension Center, in front of the main office complex

When: Tuesday September 9, 2003, Starts at 9 am (sharp) till 12:30

Cost: Free of Charge

Who Can Participate? Open to the Public. Those interested in fruit production, including commercial growers, small-scale growers, alternative fruit growers, home gardeners, Master gardeners, horticultural professionals, extension and research faculty/staff, and horticultural hobbyist are welcome.

For Additional Information, Please call: 208-722-6701 Extension 228 OR contact Dr. Essie Fallahi at 208-722-6701 Ext. 255

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: June 3, 2003 by Tim Davis

The Idaho State Department of Ag detected another adult WCFF in a trap near Sunnyslope June 2, 2003. According to the model this is a bit late for the first adult emergence but anyhow your applications should be applied if you have not already done so.

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Tree Fruits    Magic Valley

Posted on: June 3, 2003 by Tim Davis

The Idaho State Department of Ag detected another adult WCFF in a trap near Sunnyslope June 2, 2003. According to the model this is a bit late for the first adult emergence but anyhow your applications should be applied if you have not already done so.

WCFF adult found in Gem County

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 30, 2003 by Tim Davis

Mike Cooper from the department of Ag found the first Western Cherry Fruit Fly adult in a Cherry Orchard in Gem County Wednesday May 27. The degree-day model was predicting emergence May 28 and first egg laying June 3 so the model was just about right on. Gem county is the latest area around so other areas in the Treasure Valley should have had adults caught by now. Applications should be applied now.

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Spray Dates

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 27, 2003 by Tim Davis

This is the second alert for the WCFF. Dates have remained close to the estimated dates from the previous alert. These dates are the estimated day for first egg laying. Get your sprays on before this date in your area.

Payette May 27
Parma May 29
Weiser June 2
Caldwell June 3
Emmett June 4

Codling Moth Spray Dates

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Posted on: May 22, 2003 by Tim Davis

According to the degree-day model from the OSU Extension Website
(http://ippc2.orst.edu/cgi-bin/ddmodel.pl?clm)
these are the forecasted dates for the Codling Moth. These dates were determined using actual temperature from these locations up to May 20th and forecasted temperatures thereafter. Date of spray allpication is achieved when 250 degree days are reached after biofix. The biofix date was set for May 2 when Tom Lyon found a consistant catch in a trap near Payette. There was a week of a cold spell where there was not much activity and then more consistant catches during the second week in May but to avoid early stings I reverted back to May 2 for all areas.

Payette: May 28
Parma: May 30
Caldwell: May 30
Weiser: May 31
Emmett: June 1

Spray applications should be applied before these dates in your area.

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Forcasted Spray Dates

Tree Fruits    Treasure Valley - Idaho

Western Cherry Fruit Fly

Posted on: May 16, 2003 by Tim Davis

According to the degree-day model from the OSU Extension Website (http://ippc2.orst.edu/cgi-bin/ddmodel.pl?spp=cff)
these are the forecasted dates for the Western Cherry Fruit Fly. These dates were determined using actual temperature from these locations up to May 15 and forecasted temperatures thereafter. Chemical control should be applied before the eggs are laid.

Location First Adults Emerge First Eggs laid on Fruit

Parma 5/21 5/28

Payette 5/21 5/30

Weiser 5/26 6/1

Caldwell 5/25 6/4

Emmett 5/28 6/4

» http://www.ncw.wsu.edu/treefruit/cffartcl_000.htm

Adult Western Cherry Fruit Fly Found in traps

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: June 10, 2002 by Tim Davis/Will Cook

An adult Western Cherry Fruit Fly was found in a trap in the Emmett area on June 7th. Cover sprays should be added if not already.

Western Cherry Fruit Fly Activity

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: May 21, 2002 by Tim Davis

Using temperature data from the Caldwell weather station the degree day model is predicting Adult Emergence on May 30, eggs laid on first fruit on June 5, and first egg hatch by June 9. The weather station in Parma is predicting the same dates. The weather station in Ontario predicts all activity four days earlier.

Coddling Moth Degree Days Near 250

Tree Fruits    All Locations

Posted on: May 21, 2002 by Tim Davis

As of May 20th the Ontario weather station is reporting 189 degree days and forcasting accumulation of 250 dd's (3% hatch) on May 26. The Caldwell weather station reports 176 dd's and forcasts 250 dd's on May 28. The Parma weather station reports 178 dd's and also forcasts 250 dd's on May 28. Your first cover spray should be prior to these listed dates depending on your location.