Bud to Bug: Flower Induction & Insect Development Explained

In this episode of Between Two Rows, Erika and Kristy dig into two grower-submitted questions: 

1. What exactly is flower induction and what hormones are involved? 
2. What are the impacts of weather on orchard pest development? 

First, we break down the hormonal and physiological processes behind setting next year's buds. Then we shift gears to the insect world and tackle how temperature influences pest development - including a dive into degree days and why they matter for managing orchard pests.

Featured cider this episode: Thornbury Craft Co. (Premium Apple Cider), Thornbury ON

Have a question for another episode? Leave it in the comments, or message us @fruitwithespurs or @appleofmyipm.

For timely apple pest and production updates, check out onfruit.ca. In particular for this episode, read:

• Bountiful Buds for Next Season
• Induction Junction

Additional pest management information can be found at Ontario Crop IPM and the Ontario Crop Protection Hub.