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Spotted wing drosophila update for Ontario haskap growers – June 26, 2025

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Melanie Filotas

Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an established pest of a wide range of berry and other soft-fleshed crops, including haskap.  While most flies will only attack damaged or rotting fruit, SWD can lay its eggs in healthy, ripe fruit, leading … Continue reading →

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Haskap grower update – spotted wing drosophila active in Ontario

Posted on July 10, 2023 by Melanie Filotas

Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an invasive fly from Asia that attacks a wide range of soft-fleshed fruits, including berries, grapes and cherries.  While most flies will only attack damaged or rotting fruit, SWD can lay its eggs in healthy, … Continue reading →

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Spotted wing drosophila and haskap

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Melanie Filotas

Haskap is traditionally not thought of as having many pest issues beyond birds, however growers should be aware that it can be at risk from spotted wing drosophilla.  Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an invasive vinegar fly from Asia that … Continue reading →

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