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Florida Peanuts: Early Season Disease Observations
Aspergillus crown rot shows up as black sooty spores at the crown of dead peanut plants. Photo: Clemson University The peanut field conditions have gone from hot and dry in early June to a mix of wet and dry at the end of the month across much of Florida’s peanut production area (Figure 1). The crop was definitely stressed by the drought and heat with Aspergillus crown rot (Figure 2) and early season white mold or stem rot (Figure 3) being the diseases of concern during this period.
Georgia Cotton, Peanuts: Making PGR Decisions
Cotton planted in Thomas County is presently in several different growth stages, from just a few true leaves to bloom. Growth has improved now that we have gotten some rain and temperatures have decreased. Now that our cotton is growing again we need to control vegetative growth in order for the plant to allocate resources toward the fruiting structures on the plant. Mepiquat is one tool that is specifically used to manage “rank” vegetative growth.
Georgia Cotton: Variety Selection - Sometimes We Need Compromise
Cotton seedlings. ©Debra L Ferguson Stock Photography Weather is a big factor that all cotton producers have to consider during planting season. In Georgia, rainfall is almost always limited at some point and our producers are some of the most experienced in “making it work”. This year was no exception as conditions deteriorated quickly, where rainfall became increasingly rare anywhere across the state between May 14 and June 3.
Indiana Wheat: Fusarium Head Blight - Things to Consider When Harvesting
Bleaching of wheat heads from fusarium head blight infection. Photo: University of Illinois Wheat harvest has begun in Southern Indiana. Fusarium head blight (FHB) or scab is one of the most important diseases of wheat and most challenging to prevent. In addition, FHB infection can cause the production of a mycotoxin called deoxynivalenol (DON or vomitoxin).
Pennsylvania Soybeans: What Factors Influence White Mold?
Characteristic white mold symptoms include white, cottony mycelium on the stem of soybean plants. Photo: Damon Smith, University of Wisconsin Madison Looking at the 2019 USDA crop reports for Pennsylvania through June 23, estimated soybean planting has reached approximately 87%, and 81% of the crop condition is rated as good or excellent.
Pennsylvania Soybeans: Early-Season Stand Assessment
No-till soybeans in crop residue. Photo: Iowa State University As soybean fields begin to emerge, you may notice some variable stands. Now can be a perfect time to examine those fields and make management decisions on whether to fill in a stand, replant, or leave them alone. One of the first key factors that must be assessed is the stand density. There are two basic ways to calculate stand: Counting linear plants in a row, or the “hula hoop” method. Counting plants First, determine your row spacing.
Farm Safety: Extracting Farm Machinery from Muddy Fields
Weather continues to change and impact field conditions this time of year. Rain, snow, and ice can complicate a day’s work in the field when soil becomes water logged. Often we are in a hurry and ready to begin field preparations for spring planting whether tillage or spreading manure. Equipment becomes stuck and extraction takes time. With time being a precious commodity on the farm, make sure you ensure safety is a priority when attempting stuck equipment.
Pennsylvania Soybeans: Scouting for White Mold
While not as widespread as in 2016, white mold of soybean is causing problems in several fields and has been seen in fields in the northern parts of Pennsylvania. We have been receiving questions about the potential impact to reduce yield and if there are methods to estimate the potential losses.
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