Category Archives: Hops Other

Introducing the Hopsprayer

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Melanie Filotas

Any hops grower who has tried to apply pest control products, whether organic or conventional, knows that spraying hops can be a challenge. Many hops growers use radial airblast sprayers, however at as much as $10,000, these sprayers may not … Continue reading →

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Harvest and Post-harvest Activities in the Hop Yard: Part 1 – Harvesting

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Evan Elford

One of the major issues facing the development of a sustainable hop industry in Ontario is creating a supply chain which ensures a quality product to brewers and other end users. It’s never too early to be thinking about harvest … Continue reading →

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Hop Fertility Overview – June 11, 2013

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Evan Elford

Final fertility applications should be scheduled throughout the month of June with no more than 25 kg N/ha applied at one time.  Flower (burr) development will begin the week after June 21 (due to the change in photoperiod to decreasing … Continue reading →

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Hop Update, May 27: Frost injury management

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Evan Elford

Evan Elford, New Crop Development Specialist, OMAF and MRA We are receiving reports of frost injury occurring this past weekend on hops across the province. Damage ranges from no/slight damage in the south-west, to severe damage/plant collapse in central Ontario.  … Continue reading →

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Hop Update (Supplement to May 14 Hop Update) – Soaking Coir Twine

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Evan Elford

Evan Elford, New Crop Development Specialist, OMAF and MRA As a supplement to the May 14th Hop Update (http://onspecialtycrops.ca/2013/05/14/hop-update-may-14-2013-stringing-trellising-and-irrigation/) a few growers have asked how long they should soak their coir twine before stringing. After discussing this practice with a few … Continue reading →

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Hop Update – May 14, 2013: Stringing, Trellising and Irrigation

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Evan Elford

Evan Elford, New Crop Development Specialist, OMAF and MRA Hop yard stringing and trellising is taking place across the province, with hops reaching 1.6m or more in some areas.  In the Norfolk County area, established hops are at the principle … Continue reading →

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