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Hello, I am planning to install a high tunnel to grow peach trees in the coming weeks, and I'd like to use insect exclusion netting on the sides to pr...
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Insect Exclusion Netting #878302
Asked July 22, 2024, 3:40 PM EDT
Hello, I am planning to install a high tunnel to grow peach trees in the coming weeks, and I'd like to use insect exclusion netting on the sides to protect the trees/fruit while the curtains are rolled up. I've read a few places that the size needed depends on pests in the area, so I was hoping you could advise me on which mesh size(s) are best in MN?
Thank you!
Goodhue County Minnesota
Expert Response
Good Morning Zach,
Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service.
Please click on the following link about growing stone fruits in MN: https://extension.umn.edu/fruit/growing-stone-fruits-home-garden#insects-2836760
If you scroll down to insects, it discusses the SWD (spotted wing drosophia). This is a tiny fruit fly.
Good Luck!