Spotted Wing Drosophila Found
Jim O'Connell, Small Fruit and Grape Specialist
Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture
One male SWD was found in a trap in a blueberry planting in Western Ulster County on 7/25/14. Last season in Eastern NY, SWD was found in some thin skinned grape cultivars. SWD populations are currently low and verasion is not yet close, but I will continue monitoring and post updates to here and to my blog (http://blogs.cornell.edu/hudsonvalleygrapes) .

Upcoming Events
Capital Region Orchard Twilight Meeting
August 11, 2026
Rexford, NY
Join the ENYCHP and Cornell scientists on August 11 for the Capital Region Orchard Twilight meeting in Saratoga! We will be touring Bowman Orchards and reviewing seasonal recommendations for pests and diseases for apples, plums, and berries, as well discussing crop insurance.
NYSDEC Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits: 1.25 in categories 22, 1A, & 10. Refreshments will be provided.
Free to attend, however we do ask that you register ahead so we know how many people to expect.
Champlain Valley Orchard Storage Meeting
August 26, 2026
Chazy, NY
Join various experts from Cornell and Cooperative Extension at an orchard storage meeting for the Champlain Valley in Chazy from 1 to 4PM on August 26th. Free to attend, however we do ask that you register ahead so we know how many people to expect.
