Articles by Janet van Zoeren

Blueberry Maggot Fly Poised To Expand In Wisconsin

Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Christelle Guédot
UW-Madison
Wednesday, July 26, 2017 - 1:30pm
The blueberry maggot fly was first detected in Wisconsin during the summer of 2016, and the species is now considered established in the state. It is expected to have a significant effect on the blueberry industry in Wisconsin.

The Rise Of Apple Clubs And Trademark Varieties Of Fruit

Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Amaya Atucha
UW-Extension
Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 3:00pm
Apples are one of the few produce items marketed by cultivar name — consumers will pay more for particular varieties that offers better taste, color and flavor. The nature of this market has been proven by the outstanding success of Honeycrisp apples.
Series: Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Invasive Stink Bug Moves In On Homes — And Crops — In Wisconsin

Christelle Guédot
UW-Madison
Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Monday, October 10, 2016 - 1:00pm
With the advance of the brown marmorated stink bug across the United States, Wisconsin researchers are working to detect when and where their populations will reach nuisance or agricultural pest levels in the state — leading to the first official report of them on on agricultural crops in Wisconsin in early October.

Picking The Holstein Cox And Other Antique Apples In Wisconsin Orchards

Janet van Zoeren
UW-Extension
Amaya Atucha
UW-Extension
Friday, September 23, 2016 - 12:00pm
Autumn is just around the corner, and instead of lamenting the end of summer, many Wisconsinites embrace cooler weather with fall activities. One favorite excursion around the state is apple picking, which goes hand-in-hand with cider, donuts and pie.