Celery

Celery

Celery originates from the Mediterranean region and is represented today by wild celery (Apium graveolens var. graveolens). From this region, it spread throughout Europe, where it began to be used as a vegetable in the 17th century. In ancient Egypt, celery was used...
Harvesting and Storage of Celery

Harvesting and Storage of Celery

If celery is intended for immediate sale, the leaves can be left intact. However, if it is meant for storage or processing, the leaves are cut off. The yield of celery root can range from 30 to 50 t/ha. Harvesting Celery Root Celery root can be harvested using...
Pests of Hazelnuts

Pests of Hazelnuts

Hazelnut Weevil Curculio nucum L. The hazelnut weevil is the most important pest of hazelnuts in Croatia. It causes fruit drop and “wormy” nuts. The percentage of damaged fruits ranges from 10% to 40%. Affected Part Fruit Description of the Pest The...
Hazelnut Diseases

Hazelnut Diseases

Brown Rot of Hazelnut Fruit Monilia laxa This disease is becoming an increasing problem in hazelnut orchards, caused by fungi from the Monilia genus. Affected Part: Fruit Pathogens: Fungi from the genus Monilia (M. laxa, M. fructigena). Symptoms: Monilia laxa, less...