Small Fruit and Hop Pathology News

The rise of the mummy: Mummy berries in Michigan

Published on April 30, 2019
Mummy berry of blueberries has been found throughout Michigan and management strategies should be implemented to protect shoots.
Managing grapevine crown gall

Published on April 29, 2019
There are several factors to consider when managing bacterial induced crown gall in grapes.
Powdery mildew fungicide resistance survey in grapes – help us, help you!

Published on March 22, 2019
Many factors are involved in making disease management decisions in grape and this survey will allow us to gather more information.
New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019

Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service.
What can be done for late season downy mildew on grapes?

Published on September 19, 2018
Leaf loss due to late season downy mildew impacts fruit quality and reduces winter hardiness and next year’s growth.
Late season cultural and chemical options for diseases in grapes—don’t wait!

Published on September 11, 2018
High disease pressure across Michigan can lead to bunch rot and sour rot issues near harvest.
2018 Grapevine powdery mildew fungicide resistance survey

Published on August 21, 2018
Help MSU conduct a survey for fungicide resistant powdery mildew populations.
Shoot blight in Michigan blueberries

Published on May 29, 2018
A wet spring may result in more shoot and twig blight. What can you do?
Detection and monitoring tools for fungicide resistance in powdery mildew

Published on May 4, 2018
What molecular tools are available and how they will be useful to Michigan grape growers.
Early season vineyard disease management

Published on April 30, 2018
Stay ahead of early season grapevine canopy pathogens and reminder to assess bud damage to inform pruning decisions.