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Cherry tree leaf spot in Michigan (USA): the return of cupric fungicides

Cherry tree leaf spot in Michigan (USA): the return of cupric fungicides

Crop protection

25 Mar 2025

Leaf spot threatens Montmorency cherry trees in Michigan. With fungicide resistance on the rise and regulatory restrictions, growers are rediscovering the use of copper to protect plants. Learn about strategies and new research to combat this disease.

Cherry post-harvest: the efficacy of Plasma-Activated Ice Slurry (PAIS)

Cherry post-harvest: the efficacy of Plasma-Activated Ice Slurry (PAIS)

Post-harvest​

04 Jul 2024

A study conducted by a Chinese team explores the application of PAIS in sweet cherry preservation. The study aimed testing PAIS alongside ice water mixture to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing the internal temperature of sweet cherries and inhibiting fungal growth.