I. Apple Diseases in Illinois - Scab and Fire Blight

Scab, caused by Venturia inaequalis, and fire blight, caused by Erwinia amylovora, are two major spring diseases of apples in Illinois. Early season control of theses diseases is essential for preventing yield losses. For information on management of apple scab, click here, here, here and here, and for management of fire blight, click here, here, here and here.

II. Illinois Summer Horticulture Day

Illinois summer field day will be held at Jim Eckert's orchard near Belleville, Illinois, on June 17, 2004. More information on the Field Day will be available soon. Check the following website for information on Eckert's orchard. Eckerts Country Stores and Farms: http://www.Eckerts.com

III. Illinois Summer Pumpkin Day

Illinois summer pumpkin day will be held on September 9, 2004, at the St. Charles Horticulture Research Station. More news will be available about this event later.