Tag: Fruit Rot

Nitrogen Fertilizer Effects on Cranberry Fruit Rot & Canopy Biophysical Characteristics

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The increased use of nitrogen (N) fertilizers over the past century has significantly enhanced agricultural production and contributed to global food security. Nevertheless, the improper use of nitrogen can severely damage air, water, and soil quality, leading to biodiversity loss and exacerbating climate change. It is unclear how fertilizer N application affects fruit rot incidence …

Cranberry Fruit Rots in the U.S. Pacific Northwest

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Oregon and Washington are the fourth- and fifth-highest cranberry producing states, producing around 500,000 and 150,000 barrels per year, respectively. About a third of Washington’s production is dry-harvest, which is unique as less than 5% of cranberry production nationally is dry-harvest. Harvest mechanisms and management throughout the year are both important in controlling cranberry fruit …