Month: March 2026

How Delayed Dormant Copper Impacts Apple Scab and Fire Blight?

How Delayed Dormant Copper Impacts Apple Scab and Fire Blight?

In terms of delayed dormant copper, so far we have always operated under the assumption that the delayed dormant copper application is effective as one mancozeb application for apple scab. Before thinking about starting a scab spray program, one must determine if they have cultivars 

Delayed Dormant Copper and Adding Oil or Not and How Much?

Delayed Dormant Copper and Adding Oil or Not and How Much?

A standard recommendation for delayed dormant copper is applying it on apples between Silver Tip and until but not beyond quarter inch green tip (QIG). QIG is determined by looking at the floral apple buds which are wider in appearance and situated on spurs. Leaf 

Subscribe to RIMpro Apple Scab, Fire Blight, Powdery Mildew and Peach Brown Rot Models: It Can Help Your Farm!

Subscribe to RIMpro Apple Scab, Fire Blight, Powdery Mildew and Peach Brown Rot Models: It Can Help Your Farm!

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