Tag: Dane County
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Posted on February 7, 2014
Effectiveness of Low-Risk Pesticides on Powdery Mildew and Leaf Spot Disease and Cranberry Leaf Mulch for Weed Suppression
Please click on the link below to see to the pdf version of the research trial results. 2011-13 CFGW powdery mildew factsheet
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Posted on November 22, 2013
2013 UW-WMARS Annual Flower Evaluations
The 2013 season is over and the results of our annual flower trials have been compiled. This year we conducted evaluations on 182 flower cultivars […]
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Posted on July 18, 2013
Insect of the Week
Hey insect fans! This week we’ll be talking about the Spotted Cucumber Beetle (Diabrotica undecimpunctata), a pest of cucurbit crops that made its first appearance […]
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Posted on June 10, 2013
Insects of the Week
Insects are always a part of interacting with vegetable, fruit, and ornamental plants in your home or garden. Although many people see insects around their […]
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Posted on February 27, 2013
2012 – Field Conditions and Vegetable Review
The 2013 season will soon be upon us and looking back on last years field trials I am hoping for moisture. We have taken some […]
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Posted on February 8, 2013
Seedless Table Grape Report
The seedless table grape trial at the station, in the garden, began in 2007. Fifteen varieties were planted in early June. We were all optimistic and had […]
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Posted on December 21, 2012
Organic Fungicides on Powdery Mildew Factsheet
2012 powdery mildew factsheet The study of organic fungicides on powdery mildew went very well this year. In spite of the difficult weather conditions this […]
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Posted on November 6, 2012
2012 Vegetable Evaluations
Each year we trial annual fruits and vegetables. We evaluate new and old varieties side by side. During the season we make careful notation of […]
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Posted on October 10, 2012
Food Bank Harvests
Each year we conduct trials and research on various fruits and vegetables. After data and seasonal evaluations are completed we donate our produce to local […]
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Posted on July 30, 2012
Agriculture 101-Wisconsin Army National Guard
On July 26 soldiers from the Wisconsin Army National Guard received training at the University Display Gardens. The instruction focused on growing techniques for grapes, […]