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“If spraying to prevent pests was not done as thoroughly in 1985, there is a potential that the pests could have remained in the orchards. The timing of the spraying will have to be accurate this spring and summer in order to control pests,” he said.
This year there will be another problem for the apple growers in southwestern Virginia, he said. The 17 year cicadas, which can do severe damage to young trees, are expected to emerge. The eggs these pests will lay this year will probably damage the shoots of the trees. In addition, when larvae emerge they will go underground and continue to feed on the roots of the trees through the next 17-year cycle until emerging as adults again. '
Generally, across the nation, apple growers are expecting a good crop this year, and Virginia should be part of that said Mr. Marini. Usually there are not great price fluctuations, partially because it is possible to store apples for nearly a year in controlled atmosphere facilities.
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