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Asparagus

Asparagus Asparagus is a popular early-season vegetable. There are approximately 200 acres grown on 129 New York farms annually (2007 Census of Ag). The majority is sold for fresh-market, but a small amount (18 acres) goes for processing. Asparagus is available from the beginning of May through mid-June in New York. It is a popular vegetable at farmer's markets, U-pick operations, retail stands and is also grown for wholesale markets.

Commercial asparagus fields are generally planted with one-year old crowns; however, transplants can also be used. Fields take two years to establish, but afterwards can remain in production for 10 to 20 years.  
 

Relevant Events

2026 Champlain Valley Summer Orchard Field Tour

Event Offers DEC Credits

July 15, 2026 : 2026 Champlain Valley Summer Orchard Field Tour
Keeseville, NY

2026 Hudson Valley Berry Field Day

July 15, 2026 : 2026 Hudson Valley Berry Field Day
Kinderhook, NY

Field Day at Philia Farm

August 6, 2026
Johnstown, NY

Capital Region Orchard Twilight Meeting

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 11, 2026
Rexford, NY

Weed Control in Asparagus

Chuck Bornt, Team Leader, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture

Last Modified: May 5, 2021

If you haven't already done your pre-emergent herbicide treatments in your asparagus, it's getting that time!  Rutgers University in New Jersey recommends 2.5 lb Solicam DF plus 1-2 lbs Karmex DF (do not apply more than 3  pounds per season), 14 days prior to spear emergence (that's the pre-harvest interval) which means applications need to be going out very soon if not immediately (for beds that are at least 1 year old)!  This tank mix works on a wide range of pre-emergent broadleaves and grass weeds and is relatively safe to the asparagus.  Both of these materials will not work on already growing weeds and also work better if moisture is received soon after application.  If weeds are present, the addition of Gramoxone or other paraquat containing material will help control those weeds already established. The addition of Calisto at 3.0 ozs per acre can also improve residual and Common Larmbsquarter and horseweed (marestail or stickweed) control.  


Common Asparagus Beetle Management During Harvest Season

Ethan Grundberg, Vegetable Specialist
Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture

Last Modified: May 9, 2018
Common Asparagus Beetle Management During Harvest Season

Asparagus beetle populations can build up quickly over the course of a couple of seasons. Fields with heavy infestations may require the use of an insecticide during harvest season to knock down the adult population. See what your labeled options are in New York and know that later season applications to target second and/or third beetle populations may also be necessary. 


2018 Eastern New York Fruit & Vegetable Conference Vegetable Presentations

Last Modified: April 2, 2018
2018 Eastern New York Fruit & Vegetable Conference Vegetable Presentations

Presentations from the 2018 ENYCHP Eastern New York Fruit & Vegetable Conference held February 20th and 21st for the vegetable sections. 

The Produce Pages, December 2013

Last Modified: December 12, 2013


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Upcoming Events

2026 Champlain Valley Summer Orchard Field Tour

Event Offers DEC Credits

July 15, 2026 : 2026 Champlain Valley Summer Orchard Field Tour
Keeseville, NY

Join the ENYCHP and Cornell scientists on July 15 for our annual Champlain Valley Summer Orchard Meeting! This year we will be meeting at Hart Apple Farm to learn about the varieties they are growing in one of their newer plantings, hear updates from faculty and extension agents on their current research projects, and view a few of Mike's local thinning projects firsthand.

DEC credits in categories 22, 1A, and 10 will be available. Refreshments will be provided.

Free to attend, however we do ask that you register ahead so we know how many people to expect. Rain date is July 16.

2026 Hudson Valley Berry Field Day

July 15, 2026 : 2026 Hudson Valley Berry Field Day
Kinderhook, NY

Join specialists Heather Kase, Scott Cosseboom, Nathaniel Westrick, and Anna Wallis for updates and a review of berry phenology and pest management. Presentations will be given on berry horticultural and pest management considerations for strawberries, blueberries, brambles, and minor fruit crops. Light refreshment & snacks will be provided. Registration is encouraged but there is no fee for attendance. 1.00 DEC credit will be available in categories 10, 1a, and 22

Field Day at Philia Farm

August 6, 2026
Johnstown, NY

Visit organic seed production trials and tour the farm to see small-scale production systems at work, including tarping, cover cropping, and the use of assorted mulches and covers to modify the growing environment.

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