Fruit crops continue development with slow recovery from the freeze damage of May 9. In grapes, it is apparent that some varieties have the potential for a full crop despite significant damage. However, some are very slow to recover and it is doubtful that they will have much, if any crop this year. Apples in…Read more about Crop Conditions[Read More]
Two weekends ago, Indiana was facing freezing temperatures that broke numerous records across the state. This past weekend into early this week, the story has been lot of rain. As of the morning of Tuesday, May 19th, the northwest counties have received over 4 inches with a northwest to southeast gradient of decreasing amounts down…Read more about Climate and weather[Read More]
The newest version of the SelectMax® herbicide label includes a change relevant to the state’s fruit growers. Previously limited to applications in non-bearing pome fruit crops, the newest label allows applications to be made to bearing pome fruits. The active ingredient in SelectMax® is clethodim, one of the commonly used grass-selective herbicides. Pome crops covered…Read more about SelectMax® Label Change Allows for Applications in Bearing Pome Fruits[Read More]
We’re still in May and already it’s been a very challenging year for many growers. Freezing temperatures blanketed much of the state April 15-17 and again more recently on May 9. Damage ranges from moderate to extreme. Even a week after the most recent freeze, damage is still not obvious unless you cut fruit. Fruit…Read more about Freeze damage[Read More]
Cool, wet weather has complicated thinning decisions. Remember that thinning is all about supply and demand for carbohydrates in the tree. Natural fruit drop occurs when demand is high (many developing fruitlets needing carbohydrates to grow) and supply is limited (small leave area on the tree to supply carbohydrates through photosynthesis). Because of this shortfall…Read more about Chemical thinning of apples[Read More]
Becoming the Employer of Choice Program This program is geared for current and future farm managers/owners looking to improve their human resource management skills. The program includes interactive sessions for managers to increase management awareness and ability. These sessions aim to build skills in a wide variety of human resource management topics important to farm…Read more about Becoming the Employer of Choice[Read More]
Due to the COVID crisis, all Purdue Extension meetings have been cancelled through June. After July 1, in-person meetings may be held and will follow state and local guidelines. Most Purdue Extension staff are working from home and we are available to answer your questions by email, phone or through social media. Our contact information…Read more about Extension Events[Read More]
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