Managing Blueberry Scorch Virus (BlScV) in Washington

As announced last week, plants in two fields in Benton County, Washington tested positive for Blueberry scorch virus (BlScV). Although this virus is widespread in coastal BC and northwest Washington, it has not been reported east of the Cascades until now

Blueberry Scorch Virus (BlScV) Identified in Central Washington – What Growers Need to Know

Blueberry scorch virus (BlScV) is an aphid‑vectored virus capable of weakening and eventually killing blueberry plants. Its presence has been confirmed in two independent fields in Benton County, Washington.