Biosecurity follow-up from the SummerGreen events
As mentioned at the latest SummerGreen events, good levels of hygiene are important for good crop health and are also a cornerstone of good biosecurity practice.
Export registration closing soon
Export registrations will soon close on 31 October. Growers, packhouses, and exporters can register for export via the secure portal’s online registration system, until 31 October.
New Fungal Pathogen Found in Central Otago – Discussion at SummerGreen on October 23rd Calosphaeria pulchella
Calosphaeria pulchella, an unwanted organism, was identified through the sequencing of canker lesions found on cherry tree trunks in Otago. It is believed that C.
Kate’s concluding message
This is my last message in Prunings to you as Summerfruit NZ’s Chief Executive, with your new chief executive, Dean Smith starting on Monday 30 September.
New Weather and Disease Portal features
HortPlus, the provider of the Summerfruit Weather & Disease Portal, has made two new email report types available for SNZ growers. These are available on the portal.
Summerfruit NZ pre-season SummerGreen series
Summerfruit NZ is hosting pre-season SummerGreen meetings in the Hawke’s Bay and in Central Otago during October.
Future Orchard Planting Systems Field Walk, Waikerikeri
When: Wednesday 2 October, starting at 3pm.