May 19, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw Orchards in the Champlain Valley are largely in full bloom now, although Honeycrisp appear to be holding out for a couple of days as usual. I’ve heard reports of good bee flight last Saturday, but cool cloudy … Continue reading
May 17, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw Save the date: June 28, 2016 we will hold a cider makers’ and apple growers’ educational meeting at Woodchuck Cidery in Middlebury, VT. Topics will include: updates on apple production and cider apple economics projects (Terence Bradshaw … Continue reading
May 13, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw A quick note on apple scab: we are likely entering an infection period for the disease starting today through Sunday. If you aren’t covered with a protectant, either get one on between rainshowers or come in with … Continue reading
May 9, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw I traveled around the Champlain Valley a bit today and saw apples well into the pink bud stage (and one open blossom), with a few caveats. Damage from the cold snap in early April is becoming more … Continue reading
May 4, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw As I mentioned Monday, we are in the middle of an extended apple scab infection period this week and trees will require sustained protection to protect against the disease. Our situation is not as bad as in … Continue reading
May 2, 2016
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The Northern Grapes Project Webinar Series “From Vine to Glass: Understanding the Flavors and Aromas of Cold-Hardy Grapes and Wine” Tuesday, May 17th*, 2016 12:00 Noon Eastern (11:00 am Central) 7:00 pm Eastern (6:00 pm Central) *Please note this is … Continue reading
May 2, 2016
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By Terence Bradshaw Rainfall beginning yesterday May 1 which will extend through today has caused an apple scab infection period is virtually all Vermont orchards. Rainfall amounts range in the 0.1 – 0.5 inch range, which would not be enough … Continue reading