New Research Shows Spotted Wing Drosophila Repellent Naturally Produced In Fruits Posted by Christina Herrick|July 7, 2015 Spotted wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii, is a big pest for fruit growers. However, Christine Krause Pham and Anandasankar […]Read More
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
South Florida’s Newest Pest Has Significant Ooze Factor Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 2, 2015 The infamous New Guinea flatworm, one of the ‘world’s worst invasive alien species,’ might have found a new home.
Alabama Insect Scouting Report Indicates Armyworm Numbers Have Increased Posted by Rosemary Gordon|June 30, 2015 Report discusses caterpillars, sucking pests, and cowpea curculio activity and management.
Researchers Say Cover Crops May Help Save Soil In Flooded Fields Posted by Rosemary Gordon|June 30, 2015 According to experts, planting cover crops may help preserve healthy soil in fields in fields left empty this year thanks to flooding.
Rainy Weather Causing High Risk For Phytopthora In Berries Posted by Christina Herrick|June 29, 2015 With the rainy weather the Midwest has recently received, the conditions for Phytophthora diseases increases. An increased risk […]
Zeal SC Miticide Now Registered With Liquid Formulation Posted by Lauren María Alexander|June 26, 2015 Valent U.S.A. Corporation announced that Zeal SC Miticide has been registered by the EPA with a new liquid […]
Quintec Fungicide Receives Label For Bacterial Spot Suppression In Tomatoes Posted by Lauren María Alexander|June 26, 2015 Quintec fungicide from Dow AgroSciences, known as an effective treatment for suppressing bacterial spot in peppers, is now […]
Stay A Step Ahead Of Weeds By Lauren María Alexander|June 26, 2015 [blackoutgallery id=”75284″] Weed control can be a tricky and costly task made all the more difficult by herbicide […]
There’s More Than One Way To Nix Nematodes Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 25, 2015 Compare and contrast these five nematicide products to find out what’s the best fit for your farm.
Governor’s Budget Veto Likely To Shutter UF/IFAS Invasive Pest Quarantine Lab Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 25, 2015 A $180,000 increase, plus another $720,000 in funding for program gone in the stroke of a pen.
Minor Variations Are The X-Factor In Spray Applications By Wesley K. Asai|June 25, 2015 When you look at the logistics of herbicide applications, it is amazing to see how even the smallest […]
Vigilance A Must To Squelch Squash Vine Borer By Gene McAvoy|June 23, 2015 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this vegetable pest.
Downy Mildew Makes Early Appearance In Michigan Cucumbers Posted by Lauren María Alexander|June 23, 2015 An alert sent by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension confirms the presence of downy mildew on cucumber leaves […]
California’s Winegrowers Overwhelmingly Back Anti-Pest Measure By Growing Produce Staff|June 22, 2015 More than 80% of growers vote to continue Pierce’s disease/glassy-winged sharpshooter referendum.
Don’t Neglect Overwintering Fire Blight Cankers Posted by Christina Herrick|June 22, 2015 Canker blight has been seen in Pennsylvania orchards, thanks to ideal weather conditions as of late. Kari Peter […]
FMC’s RHYME Fungicide Labeled In California And Arizona Posted by Christina Herrick|June 18, 2015 RHYME fungicide is now labeled for use in California and Arizona for control of powdery mildew and black […]
Captan Gold 4L Fungicide Now Registered In California Posted by Lauren María Alexander|June 16, 2015 ADAMA has received EPA approval for Captan Gold 4L liquid fungicide for use on strawberries, tree fruits, and […]
Yeasts Found On Plum Surfaces May Protect Against Pathogens By Sharon Durham|June 16, 2015 Some naturally occurring yeasts may be useful for protecting stone fruits against pathogens that attack after harvest. Scientists […]
Farm Bureau Offers Detailed Analysis Of Waters Of The U.S. Rule Posted by Rosemary Gordon|June 15, 2015 Rule will give EPA “sweeping powers” to regulate land use, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Florida BMPs Program Racks Up More Successes By Kelly T. Morgan|June 15, 2015 The Florida legislature passed the 1999 Florida Watershed Restoration Act that gives the Florida Department of Agriculture and […]
