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The mission of the UMass Cranberry Station is to maintain and enhance the economic viability of the Massachusetts cranberry industry through research, extension and to serve the public welfare by supporting economic development and protection of the environment. We have specialists in Plant Pathology, Entomology, Environmental Physiology, Plant Nutrition/Cultural Practices, Weed Science/Integrated Pest Management, and Floriculture. The Cranberry Station, located in southeastern Massachusetts, is recognized as a leader in the United States and worldwide for research and outreach programs on cranberry culture.  
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•All of the presentations from this year's Cranberry Management Update are now posted online through Scholarworks: click on "Powerpoint Presentationsfrom past UMass Cranberry Station Extension Meetings".

• The IPM message has been updated with winter information. You may also call: 508.295.2212 ext. 60.

• The December 2011 Newsletter is now available.

• The December 2011 Weather is now available.

• A new Cranberry Health Research Center has been established at UMass Dartmouth. This endeavor is funded by the UMass President's Office Science and Technology Initiative. Learn more about the Center at their website: Click Here

• In 2010, the Cranberry Station celebrated its 100th anniversary. Donations to the endowment are still being accepted.
• 100th anniversary memorabilia for sale

• For more information on the UMass Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Training Program, go to www.youtube.com/UMEXTAgland. UMass Youtube videos (accessed by Smartphone or computer) teaches Massachusetts beginning farmers and established growers strategies for controlling microbial food safety hazards throughout all phases of production, havest, and post-harvest handling. This information also prepares growers for the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification process.

• BMPs now available online.
     
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