Crop Protection
No matter where they are, plants out of place can be problematic.
While several states in the Northeast have confirmed the presence of late blight, the disease has not been reported in North Dakota or Minnesota.
Topics to be covered include the economics of proactively managing herbicide resistance, education and outreach efforts, and incentives and regulatory initiatives.
The technology uses an air compressor to spray corncob grit on both sides of a crop, killing young weeds.
An outbreak of blackleg, light leaf spot, and white leaf spot can be significant problems in several vegetable crops.
Extension researchers advise berry growers on trapping, salt testing to take stock of pest population.
Learn how to ID, the survival and spread, and management methods for this insect pest.
Dave Gilliam of Horticultural Alliance says more citrus growers are paying attention to what’s happening below the ground in their groves.
Industry veterans Christina Huben and Dr. Susan Turner bring experience to plant biotechnology firm.
A fast-growing cover crop mix needs 45 to 60 days of growth in warm conditions.
Grower association backs reauthorization of Pierce’s Disease Control Program.
UF/IFAS researchers find spray advisory system also benefits the bottom line.
To effectively control pests, understand how the products work and know the biology of insect pests.
De Sangosse group seeks to bolster its business with purchase of plant growth regulator specialist.
It’s never too late to grow your knowledge of plant nutrients.
UF/IFAS researchers are using a mixture of yeast, sugar, and water to lure, trap major berry pest.
EPA approval will add another option for growers’ chemical rotations.
The state continues efforts to control this species that is harmful to humans.
Growers also seeing spike in botrytis infections, vine collapses during growing season.