Evaluation of Kaolin-Based Particle Film Coatings on Insect and Disease Suppression in Apples
Managing insect pests in organic apple production systems remains a challenge in the Midwest. Particle film…
Efficacy of Organic Foliar Amendments for Disease Control in Tree Fruits and Grapes
The 1995 research project evaluated organic foliar amendments for disease control in tree fruits, grapes, and roses.…
Mass-Rearing and Release of a Locally Adapted Egg Parasitoid for Supplemental Control of Codling Moth in Coastal Organic Apple Orchards
Previous research has been done with coastal apple growers in support of pheromone-based codling moth management…
On-Farm Analysis of Soils, Crop Performance, and Profitability of Organic, Integrated and Conventional Apple Production Systems
In 1994, a 'Golden Delicious' apple orchard was planted in Washington State to study different apple production…
Habitat Manipulation to Improve Biological Control in Apple Orchards
This project will assess the impact of perennial flowering habitat plantings on biological control of several…
Organic Apple Production in Washington State: A 1994 Survey of Growers
Organic apple production in Washington State has steadily increased since 1991. Acreage surged in 1980 due to the…