Nested-quantitative PCR approach with improved specificity for the detection of low titer levels of Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus in the Asian Citrus Psyllid, Diaphorina citri (Kuwayama)

Detecting CLas, a bacterium causing citrus greening, using qPCt.

An Unlikely Match: Viticulture Meets Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)

Strawberry research on steam and AITC by Emma Volk

Strawberry Greenhouse Cultivar Research: Intro Master Student Joy Johnson

Joy Johnson at N.C. State is investigating the performance of strawberry cultivars in an Eastern North Carolina Strawberry Greenhouse.

Soil-less substrate research at NC State

Grape root as habitat: overwintering and population dynamics of grape phylloxera (Daktulosphaira vitifoliae Fitch) in temperate climate viticulture

This study focused on understanding the relationship between grape phylloxera populations and phenotypic traits of roots and feeding sites.

Inter-Population Variability of Endosymbiont Densities in the Asian Citrus Psyllid (Diaphorina citri Kuwayama)

This study aimed to investigate the ecology and inter-population variability of three endosymbionts in the Asian citrus psyllid.

A Soil Probe System to Evaluate Weed Seed Survival in Soil Disinfestation Trials

The study describes the development of a custom soil probe system designed to simplify the installation and recovery of weed seeds from soil.

Genetic variation and potential co-infection of Wolbachia among widespread Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri Kuwayama) populations

The study investigated the genetic diversity of Wolbachia strains present in populations of D. citri across 11 countries and two U.S. territories

Protocol for Producing Three-Dimensional Infrared Video of Freezing in Plants

Water freezing in plants emits heat, which can be detected using IR imaging.

Abstract: Multitactic preplant soil fumigation with allyl isothiocyanate in cut flowers and strawberry

The study aimed to determine if combining AITC with other chemicals could enhance its control efficacy

Integration of Steam with Allyl-isothiocyanate for Soil Disinfestation

This study investigated the potential synergistic effect of steam and allyl-isothiocyanate (AITC) against weed seeds and a plant pathogen.

Abstract: First Report of Grapevine red blotch virus, the Causal Agent of Grapevine Red Blotch Disease, in Vitis vinifera in North Carolina

This study investigated the incidence of grapevine viruses in North Carolina vineyards.

Predicting Net Returns of Organic and Conventional Strawberry Following Soil Disinfestation with Steam or Steam Plus Additives

Study investigates steam as economically sustainable pre-plant soil disinfestation for organic & conventional strawberry production in California

Leaf-tissue Nutrient Dynamics in Mature Muscadine Cultivars Carlos and Noble in Georgia and North Carolina

Study on muscadine vineyards: Above-optimal conc. in N, P, and Mn; Ca increased and N, P, and K decreased over season.

Timing of Stolon Removal Alters Daughter Plant Production and Quality in the Ever-bearing Strawberry ‘Albion’

This study showed that short stolon removal intervals = fewer daughter plants, smaller crowns, less biomass in mothers.

Microbe-dependent heterosis in maize

Soil microbes significantly impact maize heterosis, influencing root biomass and traits. Inoculating specific bacteria restores heterosis in ster

Abstract: Market challenges for local specialty crop producers during the early phase of COVID-19 in North Carolina

In March of 2020, the state encouraged people to stay at home. The crises created by COVID-19 forced specialty crop producers to pivot.

Impact of Nitrate and Ammonium Ratios on Flowering and Asexual Reproduction in the Everbearing Strawberry Cultivar Fragaria ×ananassa Albion

EB strawberries have perpetual flowering. NO3-:NH4+ ratio affects flowers. Higher NH4+ reduces flowers. Fertilizer can control EB production.

Tolerance of plasticulture strawberry to 2,4-D choline applied to row middles

Field studies on strawberry tolerance to 2,4-D were conducted on polyethylene-mulched raised beds. No differences observed in quality and yield.

Tolerance of southern highbush blueberry to 2,4-D choline POST-directed

Field studies evaluated 2,4-D choline on blueberries. No injury or yield impact observed. Safe use on southern highbush blueberries indicated.

Phenology based variability of tissue nutrient content in mature muscadine vines (Vitis rotundifolia cv. Carlos)

Investigates nutrient content in muscadine grape vines, finding highest variability during bloom and recommending sampling fully mature vines.

Tolerance of muscadine grape to 2,4-D choline postemergence-directed

A study conducted by NC State researchers examined the tolerance of muscadine grapes to 2,4-D choline herbicide.

Soil-less Substrate Research in North Carolina

A study led by Austin Wrenn studied the impact of six different soil-less substrates on strawberry yield, evaluated on a day-neutral cultivar.

Annual Grape Production: Only a Photon Away

Horticulture researchers at NC State University are developing a system for growing grapevines in a single year.