The 2008 Apple Crop Protection Research Review was held January 31 - February 1, 2008 at the Holiday Inn at TRAC in Pasco, Washington.  Over $560,000 in funding was approved for new and continuing projects.  To view the list of approved projects, click here.

2008 Apple Crop Protection Priority Rankings

Significant current challenges
Codling moth
Wooly apple aphid
Biocontrol and natural enemies
Resistance management /Pesticide stewardship
Thrips
Mites
Fire Blight
Aphids (especially in organic)
Regular MRL updates

Less significant current challenges
Apple maggot
Stink bug
Leafrollers
Powdery mildew