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Are Garden Fleahoppers a Problem on Lavender?

Posted on August 25, 2021 by Sean Westerveld

By Estella Crosby, Summer Research Assistant, OMAFRA Garden fleahopper (Microtechnites bractatus) is an occasionally severe pest of lavender and potentially other perennial members of the mint family, especially when grown over black plastic mulch where warmer temperatures promote faster development … Continue reading →

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Basil Downy Mildew Confirmed in Ontario

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Sean Westerveld

Basil downy mildew has been identified in both Norfolk and Wellington Counties on July 19. Infections probably began sometime last week. It is likely the disease is now widespread in southern Ontario and basil growers need to protect the crop … Continue reading →

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Poast Ultra Herbicide Registered for Use on Basil

Posted on October 28, 2020 by Sean Westerveld

By Jim Chaput, Minor Use Coordinator, OMAFRA The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of a minor use label expansion registration for POAST® ULTRA Herbicide for control of labeled weeds on basil (fresh and dried) in Canada. … Continue reading →

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Basil Downy Mildew Confirmed in Ontario – July 28, 2020

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Sean Westerveld

Basil downy mildew has been confirmed in a home garden in Norfolk County. The symptoms first appeared in the past days, which means infection probably occurred over a week ago. It is likely that the disease is present in most … Continue reading →

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Trianum P Biological Fungicide Label Expanded to Many Crops including Herbs and Cannabis

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Sean Westerveld

By Jim Chaput, OMAFRA, Minor Use Coordinator, Guelph The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of a minor use label expansion registration for Trianum P Biological Fungicide for: the Suppression of Post-Emergence Damping Off Caused by Rhizoctonia … Continue reading →

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Experiencing Strange Symptoms on Lavender? Lavender Crop Update July 10, 2020

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Sean Westerveld

Lavandula angustifolia cultivars are in full bloom in most of Ontario, with lavandins starting to bloom further south. Some cultivars are already past peak, progressing through bloom faster due to the hot conditions. It is becoming very dry in most … Continue reading →

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