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East Coast minimum temperature forecast map for Friday 01/23/2026 with color legend (deg F)

Freeze Weather Advisory Jan 23-Jan 28

Coldest Seasonal Conditions starting Friday (Jan 23) Dear all,Don't be fooled by the uptick in temperatures from Wednesday (today) to tomorrow. The entire region is facing a large income of cold air,…

Strawberry leaves with redding and spots caused by neop

2025 Update: Winter Disease Control in Strawberries

2025 Update: Winter Disease Control in StrawberriesDaisy Ahumada, Caleb Bollenbacher, and Bill Cline, Entomology & Plant Pathology, NCSU Winter is a critical period for setting the foundation for…

Two ripe red strawberries on plant with green unripe berries and leaves

Upcoming Event: Biocontrol and Integrated Disease Management in Strawberries

The Small Fruits and Tobacco IPM Lab will hold a four-hour workshop to discuss in-depth topics related to pest and disease management in strawberries. Bill Cline and Caleb Bollenbacher will discuss…

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Strawberry Post-Plant Meeting & Tour

What: Strawberry Production Post-Plant MeetingWhen: Tuesday, November 4, 20251:00 pm - 4:00 pmWhere: Aarons Creek Farm, 380 Greenhouse Drive, Buffalo Junction, Virginia, 24529Registration…

Rows of young strawberry plants on black plastic mulch in a field

Fall Fungicide Recommendations for Root Rot Control in Strawberries

Root rot caused by the fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora is a common problem on strawberries in North Carolina, and once present, can persist in the soil to re-infect the next year’s plants during…

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Updated Post-Planting (Fall 2025) Recommendations for Managing Neopestalotiopsis

Guido Schnabel, Clemson University; Phil Brannen, University of Georgia; Bill Cline and Caleb Bollenbacher, North Carolina State UniversityWhether Neopestalotiopsis (Neopest) will harm your…

East Coast min temperature forecast map, Tuesday 04/08/2025; color scale shows temperatures in deg F.

Increased Risk of Freeze / Frost Apr 8-10

Increased Risk of Frost Apr 8-10In collaboration with AWIS Weather Services*** Widespread Frost/Freeze Event Next 1-3 Days*** Shower Chances Return Late Week*** Perhaps Lesser Freeze Threat this…

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Challenged by Mites and Aphids in Strawberries? These Resources Can Help

If mites and aphids are giving your strawberry crop a hard time this season, you’re not alone. These pests can build quickly under row covers or in mild winter conditions, leading to early-season…

East Coast minimum temperature forecast map for Friday 03/21/2025 with color scale in deg F.

AWIS Weather Update: Widespread FROST Thursday to Saturday

Widespread frost Thursday to SaturdayIn collaboration with AWIS Weather ServicesDear all,Widespread frost conditions are expected this Thursday (today) to Saturday. These conditions will warrant…

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Short Weather Update

Short Weather Update Mar 13 In collaboration with AWIS Weather Services*** Warmth Lingers Into This Weekend, Rapid Crop Development Continues*** Rain, With Severe Storm Outbreak Possible This…