From the Field
Western Cherry Fruit Fly (Rhagoletis indifferens)
Friday May 29, 2026
At a Glance Western cherry fruit fly is a native pest that affects cherries and other soft fruit. Adults lay eggs in ripening fruit, leading to larval infestation inside the fruit. Any larvae p...
Peach Twig Borer (Anarsia lineatella) and Peach Tree Borer (Synanthedon exitiosa)
Wednesday May 27, 2026
At a Glance Peach twig borer damages shoots, buds, leaves, and fruit. Peach tree borer attacks the base of trees, weakening structure and health. Fruit damage may appear as pin‑prick holes wi...
Apple Clearwing Moth: Trunk Spray Timing and Management
Monday May 25, 2026
At a Glance Apple clearwing moth (ACWM) is an invasive trunk‑boring pest of apple trees. Larvae feed beneath the bark, weakening trees and contributing to decline. Trunk sprays are one of the...
What is DAS?
The BC Decision Aid System (BCDAS) provides real time, location based models for managing key pests and diseases in BC orchards. Using weather data and regional research, BCDAS helps growers, field staff, and horticultural advisors make more informed decisions about monitoring, timing, and risks throughout the season. Work is currently underway to bring long‑requested support for wine grapes into the platform, beginning with the integration of phenology, powdery mildew, and mealybug models.
Our goal is simple: give BC growers the right information at the right time - improving fruit quality, reducing sprays to save money, and helping farm businesses run more efficiently.
