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UMass Cranberry Station

The mission of the UMass Cranberry Station is to maintain and enhance the economic viability of the Massachusetts cranberry industry through research, extension and to serve the public welfare by supporting economic development and protection of the environment. We have specialists in Plant Pathology, Entomology, Environmental Physiology, Plant Nutrition/Cultural Practices, Weed Science/Integrated Pest Management, and Floriculture. The Cranberry Station, located in southeastern Massachusetts, is recognized as a leader in the United States and worldwide for research and outreach programs on cranberry culture.

News

In This Issue:

Bogside Workshop/Field Day, news from the IPM/Weed lab, news from the Physiology/Nutrition lab, news from the Entomology lab and Station news

Friday, October 11, 2024

2024 Final Keeping Quality Forecast

June 21, 2024

The final forecast for 2024 is VERY POOR keeping quality. Read the full forecast.

IPM Message

The IPM Message for August 23, 2024 has been posted! This will be the last message of the season unless something comes up. You can also listen to the weekly message by calling 617-928-4000, available 24/7. Please contact Katie Ghantous kghantou@umass.edu or 508-970-7634 if you have any questions, concerns, or information to convey for the message. Read the current IPM message.

2024-2026 Chart Book

The 2024-2026 Chart Book has arrived!  You can pick up your copy or you can choose to have your copy mailed to you, the  mailing fee is $8 (per book). Please contact Robyn Hardy rmhardy@umass.edu or 508-970-7635.

 

Growing Degree Days (GDD) until June 2, 2024

Dee model (base 44 and Jan 1):603.4 F

WI simple (base 41 and April 7): 710.4 F

WI complex (base 41, max 86 and April 7): 755.5 F