From the Field
Check out the articles below to explore seasonal updates and practical tools to support your on farm decisions throughout the year. Many articles also feature Hort Short videos that provide a hands on look at key topics.
Scab season begins… time to set your green tip date!
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
At a Glance Set your green tip date in the Apple Scab model (Gala or McIntosh are usually first indicators). Infections can occur from green tip through harvest; monitor for infection conditions...
Apple Scab (Venturia inaequalis)
Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Apple scab on leaves Apple Scab (Venturia inaequalis) Why is it a problem? The incidence of apple scab has been increasing in a number of orchards in the Okanagan area, with increased levels s...
Set your Green Tip date now!
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
At a Glance It is time to set your green tip date in the BC DAS Apple Scab model. Apple scab overwinters in infected leaf litter on the orchard floor. Ascospores mature around green tip, aligni...
Set Your Scab Model Settings
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Set the Green Tip Date in the Scab Model To set the green tip date for the scab model, open the tab on the left-hand side labeled View by Model and click on your station. The program accepts the Gree...
Pear Psylla (with Hort Short)
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
At a Glance Pear psylla is a major pest in BC pear orchards due to rapid pesticide resistance and year‑round pressure. Damage occurs from feeding (honeydew & sooty mold) and as a vector of...