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Advances in Grapevine Trunk Disease Management in the Dormant Period

Advances in Grapevine Trunk Disease Management in the Dormant Period

Held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, this timely webinar occurs at the beginning of the dormant pruning period. Learn perspectives on trunk disease management and mitigation from two plant pathologists researching grapevine diseases in different climates. Topics covered include diagnosis, understanding judicious vine removal, pruning decisions, and the use of chemical protectants.

You must register for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Source : psu.edu

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