May 29, 1997

Stage of Buds: Bloom at UVM HRC

Fire Blight: Although this disease does not often cause significant damage in Vermont, you should be aware that the predicted warm temperatures and showers for this weekend would provide conditions favorable for infection of blossoms. Please refer to pp. 21-22 and 105 of the 1996-1997 New England Apple Pest Management Guide for details on fire blight management.

L.P.Berkett