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Jim Walgenbach

Professor & Extension Entomology Specialist (Fruits / Vegetables) Entomology & Plant Pathologyjim_walgenbach@ncsu.edu

(828) 435-2015

MOBILE (828) 674-4939

Phone: (828) 435-2015

Cell Phone: (828) 674-4939

Fax: (828) 684-8715

Street Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759

Mailing Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759

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Job Description Conduct an applied research research and extension program related to pest management on tree fruits and vegetables.

Recent Posts by Jim Walgenbach

Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …

In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …

First generation codling moth remains a key pest of concern across the region. Also, the window for tufted apple …

Codling moth degree-day accumulations range from about 370 in Henderson County (2100 ft) to about 600 in the lower …

Recent hail in some orchards will surely affect decisions on continuing to invest in pesticide costs, but for those …

Codling Moth: The cooler weather pattern has slowed degree-day accumulations, and consequently codling moth development has fallen behind last …

With petal fall sprays completed throughout the region, the focus for the next few weeks will be on first …

The majority of apples throughout the region are at petal fall, with some later cultivars still blooming. As discussed …