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Optimizing the Efficacy of Beneficial Bacteria Against Botrytis Blight in Greenhouse Crops Part 1

June 2023

Report: 141

Authors: Michelle Jones, Laura Chapin, and Sachin Naik, Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University, Wooster, OH

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Extended Storage of Cut Flowers Using Subzero Temperature – Special Research Report Postproduction

January 2023

Report: 465

Authors: Jennifer Kalinowski and John Dole, North Carolina State University

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Optimizing the Efficacy of Beneficial Bacteria against Botrytis Blight in Greenhouse Crops Part 2

August 2023

Report: 142

Authors: Michelle Jones, Laura Chapin, and Sachin Naik

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Co-Application of Biopesticides and Chitosan for Optimized Suppression of Botrytis Infection in Greenhouse Floriculture

October 2023

Report: 143

Authors: Anissa Poleatewich and Liza DeGenring

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Economic and Postharvest Quality Analysis of Floriculture Crops Produced at Reduced Substrate Moisture Content

2022

Report: 463

Authors: Terri W. Starman, Cecilia Guo, and Charles Hall, Texas A&M University

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Inhibitors of Ethylene Action for Improving Cut Flower Longevity

July 2022

Report: 464

Authors: Rasika Dias, Anurag Noonikara-Poyil

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Identifying Beneficial Bacteria from the RhizoSPhere of Floriculture Plants That Can Enhance Production and Post-Production Quality – Part 2 Evaluating the Greenhouse Rhizospheric Bacterial Collection to Identify Beneficial Bacteria that Promote Plant Growth and Increase Stress Tolerance

2021

Report: 535

Authors: Nathan P. Nordstedt, Kaylee A. South, and Michelle L. Jones, Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, The Ohio State University, Wooster, OH

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Identifying Beneficial Bacteria from the Rhizosphere of Floriculture Plants That Can Enhance Production and Post-Production Quality – Part 1 Creation of the Greenhouse Rhizospheric Bacteria Collection

2021

Report: 535

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Development of a Grower Friendly Detection Method for Viruses Infecting Ornamentals

2019

Report: 140

Authors: Francisco M. Ochoa-Corona, Shefali Dobhal and Jen Olson, Oklahoma State University, 127 NRC, Stillwater, OK 74078-3003

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Use of Beneficial Microbes to Decrease Disease Severity in Ornamentals

2019

Report: 139

Authors: Michelle L. Jones, Kaylee South, and Laura Chapin, Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University, Wooster, OH, 44691

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Beneficial Fungal Endophytes for Effective Insect Management in Floriculture Crops

2019

Report: 219

Authors: Kevin M. Heinz and Greg A Sword, Department of Entomology. Texas A&M University – College Station, TX 77843-2475

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Inhibitors of Ethylene Action for Improving Cut Flower Longevity

2019

Report: 461

Authors: Rasika Dias, Adway Zacharias, Monika Patterson, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Pre- and Post-Harvest Treatments for Improved Cutting Durability and Recovery

2019

Report: 462

Authors: James Faust, Uttara Samarakoon & John Dole

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Use of Beneficial Microbes to Enhance Plant Growth and Improve Stress Tolerance in Ornamentals

2019

Report: 459

Authors: Michelle L. Jones, Nathan Nordstedt, and Laura Chapin Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University

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Economic and Postharvest Quality Analysis of Floriculture Crops Produced at Reduced Substrate Moisture Conten

2019

Report: 536

Authors: Terri W. Starman, Cecilia Guo and Charles HallDepartment of Horticultural Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

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Impacts and Residual Longevity of Systemic Insecticides on Pollinators in Ornamental Plant Production Systems

May 2018

Report: 218

Authors: Institute of Environmental Toxicology, Clemson University

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Postharvest Management of Botrytis During Shipping and Storage

2018

Authors: Ben A. Bergmann and John M. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC.

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Post-Shipping Cutting Dips Improve Cutting Rooting and Survival

2018

Report: 460

Authors: John M. Dole, Ingram F. McCall1, Ben Bergmann1, and Jim E. Faust2 – 1 Department of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University 2 Dept. of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Clemson University

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Impacts and Residual Longevity of Systemic Insecticides on Pollinators in Ornamental Plant Production System

2018

Report: 603

Authors: Juang-Horng “JC” Chong1, Jennifer Tsuruda2 and Stephen Klaine,31Pee Dee Research & Education Center, Clemson University, Florence, SC,2Public Service Activity, Clemson University, Clemson, SC,3Institute of Environmental Toxicology, Clemson University, Pendleton, SC

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Managing Pythium species in Floriculture Irrigation Water

2017

Report: 137

Authors: Mary K. Hausbeck and Wei Zhang, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824

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Development of Petunia with Enhanced Drought Stress Tolerance

2017

Report: 310

Authors: Nicole L. Waterland, Suejin Park and Youyoun Moon, Division of Plant and Soil Sciences, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV

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Utilization of Ultraviolet-C (UV-C) Irradiation on Ornamental Plants for Growth Regulation

2016

Report: 534

Authors: Mark P. Bridgen, Cornell University, School of Integrative Plant Science – Horticulture Section, Riverhead, NY

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Powdery Mildew Resistance in Transgenic Gerbera Plants

2015

Authors: Zhanao Deng (Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, Department of Environmental Horticulture), Zhonglin Mou (Department of Microbiology and Cell Science) and Natalia A. Peres (Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, Department of Plant Pathology), University of Florida – IFAS

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Disease Management Coleus Cultivars and Downy Mildew

December 2014

Report: 136

Authors: Margery Daughtrey1, Blair Harlan2, Sheila Linderman2, and Mary K. Hausbeck2, 1Cornell University, LIHREC, and 2Plant, Soil & Microbial Sciences Department, Michigan State University

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Engineering Fungal Resistance in Bedding Plants Using a Gene for Mannitol Dehydrogenase, Part II

July 2014

Report: 308

Authors: John D. Williamson, George C. Allen and John M. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University

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Use of Indicator Plants to Identify Ethylene Contamination in the Production Greenhouse

June 2014

Report: 457

Authors: Michelle L. Jones and Nichole Edelman; Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University

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Evaluating the Use of the Seedling Hypocotyl Elongation Assay to Predict Mature Plant Ethylene Sensitivity

June 2014

Report: 458

Authors: Michelle L. Jones and Nichole Edelman; Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University

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The Floriculture Industry Roundtable of the Midwest

June 2014

Report: 602

Authors: Dr. Claudio Pasian, Associate Professor; Dr. Luis Cañas, Associate Professor; and Dr. Beth Scheckelhoff, Hydroponics and Floriculture Program Manager – The Ohio State University

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Formulations of Insect-Killing Fungi in Combination with Plant-Mediated IPM Systems for Thrips

August 2013

Report: 216

Authors: Margaret Skinner, Cheryl E. Frank Sullivan, Svetlana Gouli and Bruce L. Parker; University of Vermont, Entomology Research Laboratory

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Optimizing Banker Plant Systems for Aphid Biological Control in Floriculture Greenhouses

August 2013

Report: 217

Authors: Sara G. Prado, Adam G. Dale, Travis McClure, Steven D. Frank; NC Cooperative Unit, North Carolina State University Department of Entomology

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Effects of Pesticide Mixtures in Controlling Arthropod Pests of Greenhouses

March 2013

Report: 215

Authors: A. L. Willmott, graduate student; R. A. Cloyd, Professor and Extension Specialist; K. Y. Zhu, Professor, Department of Entomology Kansas State University

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Understanding Coleus Downy Mildew

July 2013

Report: 134

Authors: Blair Harlan and Mary K. Hausbeck, Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Department, Michigan State University

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Understanding Gerbera Powdery Mildew

July 2013

Report: 135

Authors: Leah L. Granke and Mary K. Hausbeck, Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Department, Michigan State University

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Identifying Consumer Preferences for Cut Rose Fragrances

August 2013

Report: 456

Authors: David G. Clark, Ana Maria Borda, Ria T. Leonard, Thomas A. Colquhoun; Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Consumer Analysis of Mixed Containers for Indoor Use

August 2013

Report: 455

Authors: David G. Clark, Ria T. Leonard, Thomas A. Colquhoun; Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Identifying Consumer Preferences for Essential Elements of a Flower Product

August 2013

Report: 453

Authors: David G. Clark, Thomas A. Colquhoun, Ria T. Leonard, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Reducing Scape Bending in the Gerbera Daisy

August 2013

Report: 454

Authors: David G. Clark, Terril A. Nell, Ria T. Leonard, Thomas A. Colquhoun; Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Innovative Packaging Technologies to Enhance the Quality of Fresh Cut Flowers

February 2013

Report: 452

Authors: Thomas J. Gianfagna, Kit L. Yam & George J. Wulster- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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Engineering Fungal Resistance in Bedding Plants Using a Gene for Mannitol Dehydrogenase, Part I

February 2012

Report: 307

Authors: John D. Williamson, George C. Allen and John M. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University

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Growth of Petunia as Affected by Substrate Moisture Content and Fertilizer Rate

August 2012

Report: 531

Authors: Alem Peter, Paul Thomas, Marc van Iersel, and Stephanie Burnett, Department of Horticulture, University of Georgia, Department of Plant, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, University of Maine

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Using Soil Moisture Sensors for Poinsettia Height Control

August 2012

Report: 532

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Energy Efficient Poinsettia Production #1

August 2012

Report: 530

Authors: Diane Camberato, Brian Krug, and Roberto Lopez, Department of Horticulture, Purdue University, University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension

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Using Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) for Photoperiodic Lighting

February 2012

Report: 529

Authors: Daedre Craig, Graduate Student, Erik Runkle, Associate Professor Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Water Requirements of Herbaceous Perennial Plants

August 2012

Report: 533

Authors: Stephanie E. Burnett, Shuyang Zhen, and Marc van Iersel, Department of Plant, Soil, & Environmental Sciences, University of Maine, Department of Horticulture, The University of Georgia

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Advancing the Adoption of Pest Management Strategies on Cut Flowers Produced in the United States and Colombia: Part I

January 2011

Report: 214

Authors: Kevin Heinz, Department of Entomology, Texas A&M & Michael Parrella, Department of Entomology, University of California, & James Jimenez, EcoFlora LTD, Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia

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Verbena Cultivar Susceptibility to Powdery Mildew

February 2011

Report: 133

Authors: M.L. Daughtrey1, Senior Extension Associate, and M.K. Hausbeck2, Professor and Extension Specialist, 1Cornell University, Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center, 2Michigan State University

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Geranium Leaf Yellowing: Causes and Solutions

March 2011

Report: 451

Authors: James Faust – Clemson University, Vijay Rapaka & Kelly Lewis – Smithers-Oasis

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Supplementing Nutrition with Calcium and Potassium Silicate to Manage Botrytis cinerea on Poinsettia

March 2011

Report: 450

Authors: T. Losenge – Jomo Kenyatta University A & T, Nairobi, Kenya, J.E. Faust, S.N. Jeffers – Clemson University, and J. Dole – North Carolina State University

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Longevity Guarantees: Consumer Preference for Longevity Labels on Cut Flowers

2011

Report: 707

Authors: Chengyan Yue, Alicia Rihn, Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University

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Not Your Grandmother’s Flowers: What Combination of Flower Fragrance and Color is Preferred by Young Adult Consumers?

2011

Report: 709

Authors: Tracy A. Irani, Dave Clark, Becky Raulerson, Deidra Slough, University of Florida, Gainesville

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Longevity Guarantees: Consumer Preferences for Redeeming Guarantees

2011

Report: 708

Authors: Chengyan Yue, Alicia Rihn, Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University

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Longevity Guarantees: Consumer Preferences for Guarantees for Gifts and Different Occasions –

2011

Report: 706

Authors: Chengyan Yue, Alicia Rihn, Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University

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Longevity Guarantees: Consumer Willingness to Pay for Guarantees and Perceptions about Satisfaction and/or Longevity Guarantees from Different Outlets

2011

Report: 704

Authors: Chengyan Yue, Alicia Rihn, Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University

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Longevity Guarantees: Consumer Preferences for Guarantees

2011

Report: 705

Authors: Chengyan Yue, Alicia Rihn, Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, University of Minnesota, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University

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Insect Management Development of a Novel Control Strategy for Thrips and Tospoviruses

August 2010

Report: 213

Authors: Thomas German, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin

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No Cross-resistance to Nicotinoid Insecticides in Imidacloprid-resistant B Biotype Whiteflies

April 2010

Report: 212

Authors: David Smitley, Professor, and Mamy Rakotondravelo, PhD student, Michigan State University

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Effect of Silicon-Based Fertilizer Applications on Reproduction and Development of Arthropod Pests Associated with Horticultural Crops – Part 3

April 2010

Report: 211

Authors: B. K. Hogendorp, Graduate Student and R. A. Cloyd, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois and Department of Entomology, Kansas State University

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Effect of Silicon-Based Fertilizer Applications on Reproduction and Development of Arthropod Pests Associated with Horticultural Crops – Park 2

April 2010

Report: 210

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Management of Insecticide Resistance in Q-biotype Bemisia tabaci Populations in U.S. Floriculture Crops

April 2010

Report: 208

Authors: Dr. Frank J. Byrne, Dept of Entomology, University of California at Riverside, Dr. James Bethke, Floriculture & Nursery Farm Advisor, UCCE San Diego

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Effect of Silicon-Based Fertilizer Applications on Reproduction and Development of Arthropod Pests Associated with Horticultural Crops – Part 1

April 2010

Report: 209

Authors: B. K. Hogendorp, Graduate Student and R. A. Cloyd, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois, and Department of Entomology, Kansas State University

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Development of a PCR Assay for Detection of the Geranium Rust Fungus Puccinia Pelargonii-Zonalis

August 2010

Report: 132

Authors: E.A.Scocco, S.N. Jeffers, R. Walcott, J.W. Buck, University of Georgia, Dept. of Plant Pathology, Clemson University, Department of Entomology, Soils, & Plant Sciences

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Disease Management of Downy Mildew on Roses

May 2010

Report: 131

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist Michigan State University, Department of Plant Pathology

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Genetic Approaches to Improve Cold Tolerance of Petunia

April 2010

Report: 306

Authors: Ryan M. Warner, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Best Practices for Fresh Cut Flowers: A Care and Handling Checklist

January 2010

Report: 449

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard and A.M. Alexander, Biological Scientists, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida, Gainesville

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Best Practices for Retail Display of Fresh Cut Roses and Lilies

January 2010

Report: 447

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard and A.M. Alexander, Biological Scientists Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Chlorine Dioxide Reduces Bacteria and Increases Vase Life of Fresh Cut Flowers

January 2010

Report: 448

Authors: A.J. Macnish, Postdoctoral Researcher, T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, and A.M. Alexander, Biological Scientist Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Best Practices: New Specialized Treatments for Fresh Cut Flowers

January 2010

Report: 446

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, and A.M. Alexander, Biological Scientists, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Effectiveness of Plants on Reducing Ozone as an Indoor Air Pollutant

May 2010

Report: 435

Authors: E. Jay Holcomb and Dennis Decoteau, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University

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Improving the Energy Efficiency of Greenhouse Crop Production Flowering Responses to Temperature and Light

July 2010

Report: 527

Authors: Matthew Blanchard, Postdoctoral Research Associate, and Erik Runkle, Associate Professor Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Improving the Energy Efficiency of Greenhouse Crop Production Scheduling and Energy Consumption

July 2010

Report: 528

Authors: Matthew Blanchard, Postdoctoral Research Associate, and Erik Runkle, Associate Professor Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Best Practices to Reduce Bacterial Growth in Floral Solutions

August 2009

Report: 445

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, A.J. Macnish, Postdoctoral Researcher and A.M. Alexander, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Best Practices for Retail Display of Cut Gerbera Daisy

August 2009

Report: 444

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, and A.M. Alexander, Biological Science and Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Best Practices that Enhance Postharvest Quality of Cut Roses

August 2009

Report: 443

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Pine Tree Substrate, Nitrogen Rate, Particle Size, and Peat Amendment Affects Poinsettia Growth and Substrate Physical Properties

January 2009

Report: 525

Authors: Robert Wright, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech, Brian Jackson, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech

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Comparison of Nitrogen Immobilization, Substrate Carbon Dioxide Efflux, and Nutrient Leaching in Peat-Lite, Pine Bark, and Pine Tree Substrates

January 2009

Report: 523

Authors: Robert Wright, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech, Brian Jackson, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech

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Methods of Constructing a Pine Tree Substrate Potting Medium from Various Wood Particle Sizes and Organic Amendments

January 2009

Report: 524

Authors: Robert Wright, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech, Brian Jackson, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech

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The Appeal of Biodegradable Packaging to Floral Consumers: Part 2

2009

Report: 702

Authors: Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, Ben Campbell, Jennifer Dennis, Roberto Lopez, Chengyan Yue, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University, Purdue University, University of Minnesota

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The Appeal of Biodegradable Packaging to Floral Consumers: Part 3

2009

Report: 703

Authors: Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, Ben Campbell, Jennifer Dennis, Roberto Lopez, Chengyan Yue Texas A&M University, Michigan State University, Purdue University, University of Minnesota

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The Appeal of Biodegradable Packaging to Floral Consumers: Part 1

2009

Report: 701

Authors: Charles Hall, Bridget Behe, Ben Campbell, Jennifer Dennis, Roberto Lopez, Chengyan Yue, Texas A&M University, Michigan State University, Purdue University, University of Minnesota

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Use of Benzyladenine to Enhance Production and Postharvest Quality of Floricultural Crops

December 2008

Report: 430

Authors: Sonali Padhye and Wook Oh, Postdoctoral research associates, Erik Runkle, Associate Professor Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Postharvest Handling Procedures for Stock ‘Vivas Blue’

November 2008

Report: 438

Authors: E.M. Regan and J.M. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Effects of Preharvest Temperature and Light Vaselife of Lilies and Sunflowers

November 2008

Report: 436

Authors: E.L. Locke, J.M. Dole, and E.M. Regan, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Improving Media – PH Management By Developing A Model of the Interacting Factors in the pH System

August 2008

Report: 526

Authors: Jinsheng Huang, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida, Paul Fisher, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida, William Argo, Blackmore Co.

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Improved Tospovirus Management Systems for Greenhouse Production

December 2007

Report: 130

Authors: Christine Casey, Dept of Entomology, North Carolina State University

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Integrated Management of Fusarium in Florists’ Crops: Molecular Identification of Fusarial Floricultural Pathogens

December 2007

Report: 128

Authors: D. M. Geiser, State University, Dept. of Plant Path, F. Ameena Nalim, State University, Dept. of Plant Path, R. J. McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Plant Med. Prog., W. H. Elmer, Connecticut Ag. Exper. Station, Dept of Plant Path. & Ecology

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Sensitivity of Fusarium Oxysporum from Ornamentals to Selected Fungicides

December 2007

Report: 129

Authors: M.L. Gilbert, C.R. Semer IV, R.J. McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Plant Medicine Program, W.H. Elmer, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Dept of Plant Pathology & Ecology, D.M. Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept of Plant Pathology

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Integrated Management of Fusarium in Florists’ Crops: Evaluation of Chemical Disinfestation of Styrofoam

December 2007

Report: 127

Authors: M.L. Gilbert, C.R. Semer IV, A.G. Bisson, R.J. McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Plant Medicine Program, W.H. Elmer, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Dept of Plant Pathology & Ecology, D.M. Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept of Plant Pathology

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Integrated Management of Fusarium in Florists’ Crops: Management of Fusarium wilt of Hiemalis Begonias

December 2007

Report: 126

Authors: Wade Elmer, Connecticut Ag. Exper. Station, Dept of Plant Path. & Ecology, Robert McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Dept of Plant Path. & Plant Med., David Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept of Plant Pathology

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Management of Fusarium Corn Rot of Gladiolus

December 2007

Report: 125

Authors: Wade Elmer, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Dept of Plant Pathology & Ecology, Robert McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Dept of Plant Pathology & Plant Medicine Program, David Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept of Plant Pathology

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Fusarium Wilt of China Asters

December 2007

Report: 124

Authors: Wade Elmer, Connecticut Agricultural Exper. Station, Dept of Plant Pathology & Ecology, Robert McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS, Dept of Plant Pathology & Plant Medicine Program, David Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept of Plant Pathology

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Integrated Management of Fusarium in Florists’ Crops: Evaluation of Fungicide Combinations for Reduction of Fusarium Solani Infection of Caladium Tubers

2007

Report: 123

Authors: R. J. McGovern, R. Singh, L. R. Myers, University of Florida-IFAS, Plant Medicine Program, W. H. Elmer, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Dept. of Plant Pathology and Ecology, D. M.Geiser, Pennsylvania State University, Dept. of Plant Pathology

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Modified Atmosphere Use in Extending Unrooted Cutting Quality and Viability

August 2007

Report: 434

Authors: W. Roland Leatherwood and John Dole, Department of Horticultural Science- North Carolina State University, Jim Faust, Department of Horticulture – Clemson University

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Ethylene Sensitivity of Unrooted Cuttings from 28 Genera and Effectiveness of 1- MCP to Prevent Ethylene Damage

August 2007

Report: 433

Authors: W. R. Leatherwood and J. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University, J. Faust, Department of Horticulture – Clemson University

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Package Design & Cold-Chain Management for Unrooted Cuttings

August 2007

Report: 432

Authors: J. Faust & S. Whiteside Department of Horticulture – Clemson University, J. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Effects of Temperature on Unrooted Cutting Post-harvest Longevity

August 2007

Report: 431

Authors: J. Faust, A. Enfield & K. Lewis Department of Horticulture – Clemson University, J. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Floriculture Genomics: Basic Tools for Crop Improvement though Biotechnology

2006

Report: 304

Authors: David G. Clark, Professor, Environmental Horticulture Department, University of Florida, Floriculture Genomics

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DNA Fingerprinting of Floral Crops

December 2006

Report: 305

Authors: E.J. Parks, Research Analyst and J.W. Moyer, Professor and Dept Head, Dept of Plant Pathology, North Carolina State University

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Attribution of Tospoviruses in Floral Crops

2006

Report: 302

Authors: J.A. Abad, Senior Researcher, E.J. Parks, Research Analyst, J.W. Moyer, Professor & Dept Head, Dept of Plant Pathology, North Carolina State University

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Efficacy of Bonzi™ and Photoperiodicity of Clerodendrum quaduloculare as a Flowering Potted Plant

January 2006

Report: 521

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Annina Delaune, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Optimal Nutrient Levels for Curcuma Alismatifolia ‘Pink’ and Globba ‘Prestige Pink’

January 2006

Report: 522

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Dept. of Horticulture, Louisiana State University, Richard A. Criley, Dept. of Horticulture, University of Hawaii

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Efficacy of Bonzi™ on Clerodendrum wallichii as a Flowering Potted Plant

January 2006

Report: 520

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Patricia Branch, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Efficacy of B-Nine™ and Bonzi™ on Clerodendrum ugandense as a Flowering Potted Plant

January 2006

Report: 519

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Annina Delaune, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Clerodendrum Species as Flowering Potted Plants

January 2006

Report: 518

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Assessing the Pollen Viability of Clerodendrum

January 2006

Report: 517

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Cary Hebert, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Efficacy of A-Rest™ or Bonzi™ on Clerodendrum thomsoniae as a Flowering Potted Plant

January 2006

Report: 515

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Annina Delaune, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Photoperiod of Three Clerodendrum species

January 2006

Report: 516

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter, Annina Delaune, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University AgCenter

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Thrips/Tospovirus Management Systems

August 2005

Report: 205

Authors: Michael P. Parrella, Diane E. Ullman, Karen L. Robb, and Elizabeth J. Mitcham University of California, Davis; Michael Brownbirdge – University of Vermont; Arnold Hara – University of Hawaii; and Kevin M. Heinz – Texas A&M University

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Phytophthora Species Attacking Floriculture Crops in North Carolina

September 2005

Report: 122

Authors: Jaesoon Hwang, Post-Doctoral Student, .D.M. Benson, Professor, Dept of Plant Pathology, North Carolina State University, K. Lamour, Post-Doctoral Student, M.K. Hausbeck, Professor, Dept of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Identifying Genetic Targets to Delay Flower Senescence

August 2005

Report: 303

Authors: Michelle L. Jones, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University

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Ethylene Sensitivity of Flowering Potted Plants

2005

Report: 429

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor & Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Scientific Research Manager, Dept of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Postharvest Control of Thrips on Harvested Dendrobium Orchids

January 2004

Report: 206

Authors: Elizabeth Mitcham1, Tiffanie Simpson1, Veronique Bikoba1, Michael Parrella2 and Arnold Hara3, 1Department of Pomology, 2Department of Entomology – University of California, Davis

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Control of Arthropods in Harvested Chrysanthemum Cuttings

January 2004

Report: 207

Authors: Elizabeth Mitcham1, Tiffanie Simpson1, Veronique Bikoba1, and Michael Parrella2, 1Department of Pomology, 2Department of Entomology – University of California, Davis

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Influence of a Surfactant in Recirculating Systems on Plant Mortality caused by Zoosporic Root-Infecting Pathogens

2004

Report: 121

Authors: M.E. Stanghellini, Professor and Chair, and C.J. Nielson, Graduate Student, Department of Plant Pathology, University of California

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Evaluating the Vase Life of New Cut Flowers – Year 3

August 2004

Report: 421

Authors: F.L. Fanelli, J.M. Dole, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Evaluating the Vase Life of New Cut Flowers – Year 2

August 2004

Report: 420

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Evaluating the Vase Life of New Cut Flowers – Year 1

August 2004

Report: 419

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department Science, North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Zinnias

August 2004

Report: 428

Authors: F.L. Fanelli, J.M. Dole, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Trachelium

August 2004

Report: 427

Authors: Sonali Padhye and Wook Oh, Postdoctoral Research Associates, Erik Runkle, Associate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Iceland Poppy

August 2004

Report: 425

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Rudbeckia

August 2004

Report: 426

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Lupine “Sunrise”

August 2004

Report: 424

Authors: F.L. Fanelli, J.M. Dole, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Linarias

August 2004

Report: 423

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Optimizing Postharvest Life of Cut Dahlias

August 2004

Report: 422

Authors: J.M. Dole, F.L. Fanelli, W.C. Fonteno, B.T. Harden and S.M. Blankenship, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Specialty Cut Flower Production and Postharvest Handling

August 2004

Report: 418

Authors: J.M. Dole, Department of Horticultural Science – North Carolina State University

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Storage Temperature Effects on Cut Rose Varieties

January 2004

Report: 417

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Preventing Leaf Yellowing of Fresh Cut Oriental Hybrid Lilies

January 2004

Report: 415

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Identifying Long-Lasting Cut Rose Varieties

January 2004

Report: 416

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Identifying Long-Lasting Cut Carnation Varieties

January 2004

Report: 414

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Improving Postharvest Performance of Alstroemeria

January 2004

Report: 413

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Preventing Ethylene Injury to Fresh Cut Flowers

January 2004

Report: 412

Authors: M.S. Reid, Professor, University of California, Davis, T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, and R.T. Leonard, University of Florida, Gainesville

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The Three C’s of Success with Fresh Cut Flowers – Care

January 2004

Report: 411

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman – University of Florida, M.S. Reid, Professor – University of California, Davis

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The Three C’s of Success with Fresh Cut Flowers – Cooling

January 2004

Report: 409

Authors: M.S. Reid, Professor – University of California, Davis, T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman – University of Florida

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The Three C’s of Success with Fresh Cut Flowers – Cleanliness

January 2004

Report: 410

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman – University of Florida, M.S. Reid, Professor – University of California, Davis

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Downy Mildew on Snapdragons: Update on Environmental Monitoring

2003

Report: 120

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, and J.M. Byrne, Former Graduate Student, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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UPDATED: Managing Powdery Mildew on Poinsettias

December 2003

Report: 118

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University

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Managing Powdery Mildew on Verbenas

December 2003

Report: 119

Authors: 1Michigan State University, Plant Pathology 2Cornell University, Long Island Horticultural Research & Extension Center

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Effect of the Environment on Powdery Mildew of Poinsettia

November 2003

Report: 116

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, and J.M. Byrne, Former Graduate Student, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Managing Botrytis Blight on Geraniums

2003

Report: 117

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Managing Downy Mildew on Snapdragons

November 2003

Report: 114

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist and J.M. Byrne, Former Graduate Student, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Managing Botrytis Blight on Poinsettia

2003

Report: 115

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Managing Powdery Mildew on Gerbera

November 2003

Report: 113

Authors: M.K. Hausbeck, Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Epidemiology and Control of Fusarium Wilt of Cyclamen

June 2003

Report: 112

Authors: W.H. Elmer, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, R.J. McGovern, University of Florida-IFAS

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Biology, Epidemiology, and Integrated Management of Fusarium Crown and Stem Rot of Lisianthus

June 2003

Report: 111

Authors: 1Univ. of Florida-IFAS; 2Connecticut Agricultural Exper. Station; 3Pennsylvania State Univ.

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Biology, Epidemiology, and Integrated Management of Fusarium Tuber Rot of Caladiums

June 2003

Report: 110

Authors: 1Univ. of Florida-IFAS; 2Connecticut Agricultural Exper. Station; 3Pennsylvania State Univ.

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Improving Scent Production in Flowers

November 2003

Report: 408

Authors: Natalia Dudareva, Associate Professor Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture – Purdue University

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 5 Efficacy of Paclobutrazol and Gibberellins (4+7) on Growth and Flowering

November 2003

Report: 513

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Associate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University, Richard Criley, Professor, Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Hawaii

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 6 Production of G. magnifica ‘White Dragon’

November 2003

Report: 514

Authors: Richard Criley, Professor, Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Hawaii, Jeff S. Kuehny, Associate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 3 Photoperiod on Growth and Development

November 2003

Report: 511

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Associate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University, Richard Criley, Professor, Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 4 Effects of Light Intensity and PGR’s on Growth and Flowering

November 2003

Report: 512

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 1 General Aspects

November 2003

Report: 509

Authors: Jeff S. Kuehny, Depart. of Horticulture, Louisiana State University, Richard A. Criley, Depart. Tropical Plant & Soil Sciences, University of Hawaii

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Ornamental Gingers as Flowering Potted Plants – Part 2 Effects of Rhizome Storage on Growth and Development

November 2003

Report: 510

Authors: M.P. Paz, Graduate Student, J.S. Kuehny, Associate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Louisiana State University, R. Criley, Professor, Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Hawaii

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Modifying Production Technology to Protect Ornamental Aroids (Anthuriums) from Bacterial Blight (Xanthomonas) Using Beneficial Bacteria

2002

Report: 108

Authors: A.M. Alvarez, Professor, and Carla Y. Mizumoto, Technical Assistant, Department of Plant and Environmental Protection Sciences, University of Hawaii

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Pythium Species and Population Identification Using DNA Markers

October 2002

Report: 109

Authors: G. W. Moorman, Prof., S. Kang, Assistant Prof., D. M. Geiser, Assistant Prof., Penn State University, Dept. of Plant Pathology, S. H. Kim, Chief Plant Pathologist, PA Dept. of Agriculture

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Genetic Transformation of Petunia for Delayed Leaf and Flower Senescence

September 2002

Report: 301

Authors: Michelle L. Jones, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture & Crop Science, The Ohio State University/ OARDC, David G. Clark, Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida

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Production Protocol for Geranium dalmaticum

November 2002

Report: 507

Authors: Beth Fausey, Research Technician, Arthur C. Cameron, Professor, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Production Protocol for Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’

November 2002

Report: 508

Authors: Beth Fausey, Research Technician, Arthur C. Cameron, Professor, Michigan State University

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Development of Herbaceous Perennials as New Flowering Potted Plants

November 2002

Report: 506

Authors: Beth Fausey, Research Technician, Cathy Whitman, Research Technician, Arthur C. Cameron, Professor, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University, Erik Runkle, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University

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Improvement of Plant Quality with Alumina-Buffered Phosphorus Fertilizer

October 2002

Report: 505

Authors: Kathleen M. Brown, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, Jonathan P. Lynch, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University

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When and How to Optimally Release Natural Enemies To Achieve Effective Biological Pest Control

April 2001

Report: 204

Authors: Kevin M. Heinz, Associate Professor, Department of Entomology – Texas A&M University

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Responses of Whitefly and Poinsettias to Insecticidal Controlled Atmospheres

February 2001

Report: 203

Authors: Susan S. Han and Jennifer Konieczny, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences – University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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Management of a New Powdery Mildew on Poinsettia

January 2001

Report: 107

Authors: M. Daughtrey, Senior Extension Associate, Cornell University, J.M. Byrne, Graduate Student, and M.K. Hausbeck, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Postproduction Factors Influencing Quality and Longevity of Cyclamen, Gerbera, Hiemalis Begonia, Hydrangea, and Lisianthus

April 2001

Report: 407

Authors: Terril A. Nell and Ria T. Leonard, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Production and Genetic Factors Influencing Flowering Potted Plant Quality and Longevity

April 2001

Report: 406

Authors: Terril A. Nell, Professor and Chairman, and Ria T. Leonard, Biological Scientist Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Maximizing the Postproduction Performance of Kalanchoe

April 2001

Report: 405

Authors: Terril A. Nell and Ria T. Leonard, Department of Environmental Horticulture – University of Florida

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Postproduction Evaluation of Non-Rooting Room Bulbs

February 2001

Report: 402

Authors: T.A. Nell, Professor and Chairman – University of Florida, A.A. De Hertogh, Professor Emeritus – North Carolina State University, R.T. Leonard, Biological Scientist – University of Florida

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Postproduction Evaluation of Rooting Room Bulbs

February 2001

Report: 401

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Crop Timing Using Thermal Units

January 2001

Report: 504

Authors: J. Steininger, Graduate Student, C. C. Pasian, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, The Ohio State University

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Does Being Around Plants Reduce People’s Perceptions of Physical Discomfort?

January 2001

Report: 601

Authors: Virginia I. Lohr, Professor, and Caroline H. Pearson-Mims, Research Technologist Dept. of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture – Washington State University

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Evaluation of Modified Atmospheres as a Potential Disinfestation Technique for Thrips and Mites in Greenhouses

November 2000

Report: 202

Authors: D.W. Held1, R.S. Gates2, D.A. Potter1, and R.G. Anderson3, Departments of Entomology1, Biosystems and Agric. Engineering2, and Horticulture3 – University of Kentucky

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Management of Thrips and Whiteflies with Insect-Killing Fungi: Impact of Spray Technology

November 2000

Report: 201

Authors: J.M. Byrne, Graduate Student, and M.K. Hausbeck, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Biological Control of Rhizoctonia Root Rot

December 2000

Report: 106

Authors: D.J. Norman, Associate Professor, Department of Plant Pathology, University of Florida

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Epidemiology and Control of Ranunculus Bacterial Blight

December 2000

Report: 105

Authors: Donald A. Cooksey, Professor and Chair, Department of Plant Pathology, University of California, Riverside

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Rhizoctonia Stem Rot of Poinsettia: Sequential Application of Biocontrol Agents for Control of Stem Rot in Propagation and Finishing

December 2000

Report: 104

Authors: Jae-Soon Hwang, Graduate Student, and D. Michael Benson, Professor, Department of Plant Pathology, North Carolina State University

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Biology of Pythium Root Rot

November 2000

Report: 103

Authors: Gary W. Moorman, Professor of Plant Pathology, The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Plant Pathology

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Phytophthora nicotianae Crown and Root Rot on Snapdragons

October 2000

Report: 102

Authors: K.H. Lamour, Graduate Student, and M.K. Hausbeck, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Downy Mildew on Snapdragons: Environmental Monitoring and Cultivar Evaluation

October 2000

Report: 101

Authors: J.M. Byrne, Graduate Student, and M.K. Hausbeck, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Plant Pathology, Michigan State University

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Control of Ethylene Production in Flowers

December 2000

Report: 404

Authors: Kathleen M. Brown, Department of Horticulture – Penn State University

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Storage, Transport, and Cultivar Evaluations of Flowering Potted Asiatic and Oriental Hybrid Lilies

December 2000

Report: 403

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Improvement of Plant Quality and Alumina-Buffered Phosphorus Fertilizer

December 2000

Report: 503

Authors: Jonathan P. Lynch, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, Kathleen M. Brown, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, E. Jay Holcomb, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, David Beattie, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University

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Use of Mycorrhizal Fungi in Horticultural Production

November 2000

Report: 501

Authors: R.T. Koide, Professor, Pennsylvania State University, Y.L. Besmer, Graduate Student, Pennsylvania StateBack to all AFE Research Reports

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Effect of a Novel Phosphorus Fertilizer on Production of Florist Azalea and Pythium Resistance of Geranium

December 2000

Report: 502

Authors: Jonathan P. Lynch, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, Kathleen M. Brown, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University, Gary Moorman, Department of Plant Pathology, Penn State University, Jay Holcomb, Department of Horticulture, Penn State University

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