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New Mummy Berry Publication Released!

Posted on December 22, 2015 by florencj

This year, we have released a new extension publication covering everything you need to know about Mummy Berry Management in the Pacific Northwest. It briefly describes the mummy berry disease cycle and covers available management methods.

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Oregon Mycological Society Talk to be Held in Portland

Posted on June 20, 2015 by florencj

If you’d like to learn more about the biology and life history of fungi, I will be presenting a talk about Monilinia vaccinii-corymbosi, causal agent of mummy berry disease, at the upcoming Oregon Mycological Society meeting this Monday, June 22 in Portland, … Continue reading →

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Bye-bye apothecia!

Posted on April 27, 2015 by florencj

I have surveyed two farms in the Willamette Valley and we are seeing NO MORE APOTHECIA. Yay! I recently received a related inquiry regarding apothecia presence and the Visqueen-Mulch system. I answer the question below. Here’s the question: Thanks so … Continue reading →

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4.13.15

Posted on April 13, 2015 by florencj

Quick Update: Apothecia counts are low in Corvallis and Eugene, at the 2 sites I’ve checked. I’m expecting that we’ll be down to zero by next week. I’ll keep you updated when I check the fields this week.

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4.10.15

Posted on April 10, 2015 by florencj

There are still apothecia developing at the Botany and Plant Pathology Field Lab in Corvallis, OR. This is a really long sporulation period!! Additionally, there are apothecia in Eugene. They were first sighted on March 20, 2015 and new ones … Continue reading →

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3.12.15 Apothecia!

Posted on March 12, 2015 by florencj

Apothecia have been found at the BPP Field Lab in Corvallis, OR. Have you found them where you live? Leave a comment in the space below! We’re getting ready to collect data from our field trials. Make sure your blueberries … Continue reading →

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3.1.15

Posted on March 1, 2015 by florencj

Still no apothecia found in Corvallis, OR! But we’re getting very close! And here’s a link to a table of blueberry growth stages! Click on the picture! Or Click here   Update: According to a comment left on the Mummy Berry Blog, Orca’s … Continue reading →

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Update on Bud Break and Mummy Status

Posted on February 27, 2015 by florencj

I just got back from the Botany and Plant Pathology Field Lab in Corvallis, Oregon. Here are some pictures of the blueberries. Contrastingly, here is an image of bud swell occurring on Berkeley blueberry bushes. And now for the mummies. Here … Continue reading →

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Warm Weather This Early?! What’s the Threat of Mummy Berry Disease??

Posted on February 26, 2015 by florencj

The warm weather has definitely taken many growers by surprise, with floral bud break on the Bluetta variety of blueberries already occurring. We’re getting many calls and emails asking: “Are apothecia present yet? And should I be spraying?!” Our field … Continue reading →

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February 11 Workshop Recap

Posted on February 16, 2015 by florencj

Last week, we held a workshop in Mt. Vernon, Washington for blueberry growers. The topics included mulching for mummy berry control options, environmental factors influencing apothecia production, spray options for control, spotted wing drosophila, and other pathogens of concern. Check … Continue reading →

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