Northwest growers of grapes, stone fruits, and almonds are facing an increasing challenge: fungicide resistance.
With a limited number of effective FRAC groups, losing even one tool makes disease management far more difficult. Experts like Tye Shauck of BASF recommend adopting integrated disease management strategies—combining cultural practices such as:
Improving airflow through orchard and vineyard canopies
Reducing humidity
Managing weeds and suckers that can host pathogens
These practical steps, paired with effective fungicides like Cevya, can help growers protect yield and fruit quality.
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💧 Water planning is back at the center of the conversation for Northwest agriculture. The Upper Snake Basin is facing a below-normal runoff year, with forecasts sitting at 70% of normal and key reservoirs still below average. Some systems are in stronger shape than others, but the bigger takeaway is clear: conditions vary by basin,… Water Assessment Awareness
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