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Almond and Cherry 2019 crop destroyed. Different reasons

Posted on June 12, 2019 by qwertyqweryt61

Ok I do not grow huge numbers of Almond and Cherry trees, in comparison to a fruit farmer. But I was looking forward to a taste. The Almonds were no where near ready, with another 3 to 4 months to … Continue reading →

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Pre leaf fall Fungicide application to Peaches etc

Posted on November 12, 2014 by qwertyqweryt61

Today (12th November 2014) was one of the few days this time of the year that was not raining and was not too windy. So I took the opportunity to do a pre leaf fall fungicide application to my peaches, … Continue reading →

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What do think I am doing here ??

Posted on March 23, 2014 by qwertyqweryt61

Its the end of March 2014, and we have had a very mild winter. No snow, hardly any frost, but plenty of rain rain rain and more rain. But do you think I am going to do next ??? Well … Continue reading →

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Some Species do not need help in Rooting

Posted on March 24, 2013 by qwertyqweryt61

These scions have been stored in our fridge at 2 deg C, wrapped in damp tissue, within a plastic bag. It shows that even at those temperatures they can still shoot out. Another group of Plum cuttings show the bases … Continue reading →

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Peach Leaf Curl (Taphrina deformans)

Posted on June 3, 2012 by qwertyqweryt61

This year peach leaf curl has been devastating. Virtually affecting all of my peaches, nectarines, but not to any great extent on my almonds or apricots. Even the varieties that are supposedly resistant have been affected. The fungus spores that … Continue reading →

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Is this too early for my Almonds to flower

Posted on March 4, 2012 by qwertyqweryt61

This variety is called ‘Durkenhiemer’ and is in flower today 4th March 2012. They do look so fresh and healthy, and they must be one of the earliest flowers.

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