
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 9, 2025
Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …
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In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …
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Codling moth degree-day accumulations range from about 370 in Henderson County (2100 ft) to about 600 in the lower …
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Codling Moth: The cooler weather pattern has slowed degree-day accumulations, and consequently codling moth development has fallen behind last …
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