IPM

Spotted Lantern Fly Distribution (updated)
Tim Weigle, Team Leader, Statewide Grape IPM Specialist
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program

Spotted Lanternfly Update
While there are currently no known infestations in New York State we continue to find spotted lanternfly (SLF) hitchhiking into New York State. As you can see in the map below, SLF has been reported in 11 New York counties. Because there are no know infestation our current management strategy is based on proper identification and reporting spottedlanternfly@dec.ny.gov. The current life stage(s) to be vigilant for are egg masses (photo). Spotted lanternfly appear to be willing to lay their eggs on any surface so it is important to be vigilant in inspecting anything coming out of the quarantined areas. First instar nymphs will be emerging soon and can be identified by the white spots on their black bodies.
FIFRA 2(ee) Recommendations for 5 Insecticides for Spotted Lanternfly in NY
Tim Weigle, Team Leader, Statewide Grape IPM Specialist
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program

Spotted Lantern Fly found in New York State
Kate Robinson, Administrative Assistant
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program
The invasive species Spotted Lantern Fly has made its way to New York. Please read the following press release. We need your help to keep an eye out for these problematic pests.
Upcoming Events
LERGP Coffee Pot Meeting #5

May 25, 2022
Silver Creek, NY
Come join us for discussion on pertinent and timely vineyard topics and issues. Enjoy good company, coffee and donuts!
LERGP Coffee Pot Meeting #6

June 1, 2022
Ripley, NY
Come join us for discussion on pertinent and timely vineyard topics and issues. Enjoy good company, coffee and donuts!
LERGP JUNE Virtual Evening Coffee Pot Meeting
June 8, 2022
Please come join the LERGP team for discussion on your vineyards. NY and PA pesticide credits have been applied for.
Announcements
Variable rate fruit thinning video on MyEV
https://www.efficientvineyard.com/blog/variable-rate-fruit-thinning-for-concord-crop-load-balanceAssess Your Freeze Damage
Assess Your Freeze Damage with a MyEV data Collector- By Terry BatesFreeze damage across eastern U.S. vineyards was highly variable this week depending on the stage of bud development, air temperatures, and vineyard location. Assessing bud damage over the next two weeks will help growers determine the size and variation in crop potential, adjust management practices, and record damage for crop insurance. In this video, Terry Bates shows you how to set up and use a MyEV data collector and a smartphone to collect and map freeze damage observations in your vineyard.
Recorded Coffee Pot Meetings
You may not be able to obtain Pesticide License Recertification points but you can gain plenty of valuable information by watching the coffee pot meetings if you missed them! We have had some special guest speakers sharing valuable information with us!Click the link below for access to all of the recorded LERGP Coffee Pot Meetings!
Recorded LERGP Coffee Pot Meetings
Hand sanitizer and Masks Still Available
Hand Sanitizer and Face Masks Still AvailableIt's not too late! If you haven't picked up your free NYS Clean hand sanitizer and washable Hanes masks, you still can. All farms in New York are eligible to request supplies. Click on this link to make the request. We will set up a time for you to come pick up the supplies at CLEREL in Portland.
LERGP Podcasts- check them out!
LERGP POD CASTSLoaner Sensor Program
The loaner sensor program will not be available this growing season in light of the COVID -19 protocols. We offer our sincere apologies
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