Mike Ellis was inducted into the Ohio Wine Hall of Fame at the Ohio Wine and Grape Conference on Feb. 16 in Wooster.  Ellis was recognized for his research and Extension work on the management of grape diseases, including Phomopsis cane and leaf spot of grape.  Ellis has also done extensive work on the biology, epidemiology and management of several important diseases of strawberries, raspberries and blackberries.

Above, left photo - Dr. Ellis (second from left) accepts congratulations from Donnie Winchell, exectuive director of the Ohio Wine Producers Assocation, and far right, the master of ceremonies Kenny Joe Shuster (Valley Vineyards).  Far left is Dr. Ellis' wife, Chris.  The induction was a surprise announcement for Dr. Ellis, who was joined by family members Becky, Sean, Chris and Angie (right photo, standing left to right).

Fruit disease resources are available Dr. Ellis' web site - visit the Fruits and Vegetables link on the left menu bar.

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