A tractor pulling an oil rig burning a wild blueberry field.
An oil burner attached to a tractor burning wild blueberry land.

New Video: Burning Wild Blueberry Land

August 11, 2026 News
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Burning fields is an important part of managing wild blueberry plants but the timing, method, and conditions of a burn can all affect its success.

In this new video, Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist Lily Calderwood explains why growers burn wild blueberry fields and how burning fits into the crop’s management cycle. Learn how burning can help manage weeds, disease, and insect pests while promoting healthy wild blueberry plant growth.

This video also covers different approaches to burning, including the use of straw and oil, along with considerations for choosing and carrying out each method safely.

Watch the video on YouTube: Burning Wild Blueberry Land