Hi Art,
Dr. LaLancette recently <http://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/cold-injury-disease-control-in-peach-orchards-without-fruit/> posted a set of recommendations for disease control in cold damaged peaches in the Rutgers Plant and Pest Advisory. As far as insect control goes, all that is needed is control Oriental Fruit Moth at least for the first and possibly second generation depending on the amount of pressure. Both Lesser and Greater Peach tree Borers should also be controlled. Scale and aphids should be monitored and controlled if needed, however if insecticide use is minimized this should not be an issue as beneficial insects would likely keep them in check. Herbicide programs should also be maintained to help control voles and to keep out broadleaf weeds to prevent the buildup of plant bugs. Everything is geared toward protecting the tree and minimizing pest pressure for next year’s crop. Hope this helps. How’d I do? Please take a moment to tell me @: https://njaes.rutgers.edu/eval/ From: apple-crop-boun...@virtualorchard.net [mailto:apple-crop-boun...@virtualorchard.net] On Behalf Of kellyorchards Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:36 AM To: apple-crop@virtualorchard.net Subject: [apple-crop] No peach crop What would be the recommendations for pest management in a lost crop situation for peaches? Art Kelly Kelly Orchards Acton, Maine
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