Get the jump on wheat diseases by making good planting-time decisions (14) Sep 15, 2008
For many producers that meant applying fungicides. Here are four planting-time decisions that can mean the difference between a healthy, highly productive wheat crop come springtime, or a crop whose yield potential is limited by root rots, rust and other production problems. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Wet summer yields mildew, fungus for NH pumpkins Sep 13, 2008
Geoffrey Njue, a University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension Agent, in Strafford County, said the diseases can generally be controlled with fungicides. But the fungicides were difficult to apply this summer with all the rain. (Concord Monitor)
North Dakota wary of Minnesota bovine TB proposal Sep 13, 2008
The disease causes premature leaf loss and can be treated with fungicides. The Arkansas soybean crop is worth close to 1 billion, second only to rice in value and first in acreage, with 3. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Letters for Friday, September 12, 2008 Sep 12, 2008
Pesticide products are designed to kill and this world-leading agribusiness, leader in crop-protection products (pesticides), which in 2003 more than half of the major company s sales came from selective herbicides and fungicides, which sales in 2007 was approximately U.S. 9. 2 billion, and the commitment to quality control in all aspects of business could not prevent the workers from being violated and exposed. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Seed Pamphlet Available Sep 11, 2008
Seed treatment fungicides of various crops can be useful tools for getting stands established and assuring seedling vigor, preserving yield potential and preventing quality losses ... SDSU Research/Extension Associate Kay Ruden said seed treatments are only one component necessary for effective disease management, and producers should also use crop rotation; residue and volunteer management; high quality, disease-free seed; careful variety selection; proper plant health management; and judicious... (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Amazing grapes: Madison neighbors to produce wine Sep 10, 2008
The grapes in Cannady's yard have been grown without chemical fertilizers, fungicides or pesticides. "That's pretty exciting," she said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Stop Mildew in an Organic Garden Sep 9, 2008
No spray can increase the appeal of a lettuce crop sporting fuzzy gray patches, but you can use organic fungicides on your fruit trees and flowers. Fortunately, for organic gardeners, can act as natural fungicide when made into compost tea. (Suite101.com)
Hazardous waste now has a home in Brookline Sep 9, 2008
From the yard Pesticides; insecticides; fungicides; poisons; chemical fertilizers and weed killers. From the garage Fuels, gasoline and kerosene; antifreeze and used motor oil; engine degreaser; brake and transmission fluid; carburetor cleaner; car polish; driveway sealer; car batteries; pool chemicals and tires. (Brookline TAB, MA)
How plants fine tune their natural chemical defenses Sep 8, 2008
The findings not only gave the Salk scientists a glimpse of the plants' evolutionary past, but may help them fine-tune the production of natural and environmentally friendly fungicides and pesticides as well as new flavors and fragrances by turning "enzymatic knobs" in the right direction. Trying to make the best of their real estate, plants rely on an impressive arsenal of volatile and nonvolatile molecules, which diffuse easily through the membranes of the cells that produce them to... (EurekAlert!)
Corn growers will likely have mixed results with fungicides (2) Sep 7, 2008
Corn growers will likely have mixed results with fungicides ... Foliar fungicides have been shown to increase corn yield when fungal diseases are a concern ... Other uses for corn fungicides are not as clear-cut. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Household hazardous waste collection is Oct. 18 Sep 5, 2008
The following is a summary of what items residents can dispose of at the event: oil based paints, varnishes, stains, turpentine, paint thinners, solvents, adhesives, photography chemicals, insecticides, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, cesspool cleaners, oven cleaners, drain cleaners, transmission fluids, degreasers, antifreeze, brake fluids, and car batteries. TV s and Monitors; propane tanks will require a $5. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Q&A: Frog-killer fungus Sep 1, 2008
Page last updated at 04:55 GMT, Monday, 1 September 2008 05:55 UK. Q frog-killer fungus. (BBC News -- Science)
Information company moves beyond weather forecasts Aug 29, 2008
Weather INnovations Incorporated developed BeetCast to help the sugarbeet growers of Michigan Sugar Company decide when to apply fungicides ... Growers may have to spray fungicides three or more times to control the fungi, but cercospora can become resistant to a class of fungicides fairly quickly ... According to Michigan Sugar Company's website, BeetCast has proven extremely valuable in providing accurate timing of fungicides to control Cercospora leaf spot, adding that significant improvement... (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Bin Run Wheat Seed Bad Idea This Year Aug 28, 2008
A number of fungicides are labeled for use as seed treatments on winter wheat; they re listed in the Pest Management for Wisconsin Field Crops 2008 bulletin (UW-Extension A3646). These seed treatment fungicides protect germinating seed and young seedlings from seed borne and soil borne pathogens ... Seed treatment fungicides will not improve germination of seed that has been injured by environmental factors and will not resurrect dead seed. (Agri-View, WI)
County crops are in fragile state Aug 28, 2008
Soybean fields in the county are set for a decent crop, Fitts said, though too much rain or humidity could promote soybean rust or other fungal diseases which can be taken care of with fungicides. At the prices beans are bringing, a couple of bushels will pay for a fungicide application, he said. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Speckled apples just need to be rubbed Aug 23, 2008
Therefore, fungicides in the home orchard are not recommended to eliminate blemishing to the fruit. What can be done to eliminate these symptoms from fruit. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Garden Q & A: Prepare for a fight when battling black spot on roses Aug 23, 2008
If you do all of these sanitation chores, you can further help the leaves with fungicides. Several commercial fungicides are available for black spot. (Florida Times-Union)
Pesticide Buildup Could Lead to Poor Honey Bee Health Aug 20, 2008
"We are finding fungicides that function by inhibiting the steroid metabolism in the fungal diseases they target, but these chemicals also affect similar enzymes in other organisms," says James Frazier. "These fungicides, in combination with pyrethroids and/or neonicotinoids can sometimes have a synergistic effect 100s of times more toxic than any of the pesticides individually.". (Agri-View, WI)
Summer in the Flower Garden Aug 13, 2008
Use sulfur or copper based organic fungicides on minimally affected plants, and destroy any plants that show evidence of disease on more than 50% of their leaves. Keep diseased plants out of your compost bin. (Suite101.com)
Potato Blight Resistant Potatoes Coming Soon Aug 11, 2008
Until now, a very labour-intensive process of searching for sustainable resistance has yielded few or no results, and the use of fungicides has been essentially the only way to control the disease in modern agriculture. The methods described in the article make it possible relatively quickly to acquire an impression of the prevalence and nature of resistance genes that would be very difficult or even impossible for the pathogen to break. (Science Daily)
When the Soybean Champ Speaks, Thousands Listen Aug 8, 2008
He uses the irrigation spray to apply fungicides late in the season so soybeans can fatten their pods instead of fighting infection. For fertilizer, Cullers uses chicken litter from industrial barns near his farm, applying about 3 tons an acre. (ABC News -- Wire)
No discrimination in cocoa spraying - COCOBOD Aug 8, 2008
" The statement said COCOBOD was ever conscious of the fact that the livelihood of over six million people, including cocoa farmers and their dependants, hinged directly on cocoa, and therefore the Board had the onerous responsibility to ensure the well-being of cocoa farmers through increased productivity. It said the mass spraying (CODAPEC) programme had raised cocoa production from 350,000 tonnes from its inception in 2001 to the present level of over 740,000 tonnes. It stated that the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Seed bank could sow food-supply solutions Aug 8, 2008
" The precious links to the past are thriving thanks to a cycle of replanting every seven years, but the organization is raising money for a new and larger seed bank in a historic agricultural district in Tucson. Raising crops, funds Five refrigerators now used for storage are full, and the building's electrical system is at capacity, with no backup generator. About $850,000 of the $1 million needed for the new 7,000-square-foot building has been raised, and if the remainder is contributed in... (AZCentral -- Business)
GARDENING: Little letup in chores in August Aug 2, 2008
If the spot keeps spreading (or if you see no chinch bugs), use one of the turf fungicides (spray-ons are preferable to granular because they better target the actual problem) sold at garden centers. And remember: Brown grass is dead grass - don't expect a spray to bring it back to life. (Florida Times-Union)
Bayer second-quarter profit off 13% Aug 1, 2008
Wenning said that the group was "particularly pleased at the strong performance of Bayer CropScience," which turned in a 23-percent sales increase owing to demand for fungicides in particular. "Our business benefited from the trend on the world agricultural markets and generally favorable weather patterns in Europe and Latin America," Wenning said. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
CROP AND WEATHER REPORT Jul 31, 2008
However, most fields were very wet, prompting farmers to spray disease preventatives and fungicides. Growers continued to harvest cucumbers, summer squash, beans, tomatoes, beets, broccoli, cabbage, greens, lettuce, radishes and eggplant. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Foliar Fungicide: Be Cautious Jul 25, 2008
The higher crop prices climb, the more interest there is in foliar fungicides ... In soybeans, foliar fungicides won t affect bacterial blight and the best application timing to slow down the severity of brown spot is from bloom (R1) to pod fill (R3) ... Daren Mueller, Iowa State University crops specialist, says if your mind is already made up to apply fungicides to corn or soybean, then try to follow two simple IPM approaches to select which fields get fungicides. (Agri-View, WI)
There is such a thing as a dogf-friendly garden Jul 25, 2008
To reduce pollution and protect people, especially children, from exposure to toxic chemicals, Ontario, Canada, recently banned the use of pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides and insecticides, for cosmetic purposes. The ban is expected to take effect in 2009, a spokesman for the Ontario minister's office said this week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Syngenta Half Year Results 2008: Strong performance, positive outlook Jul 24, 2008
Sales of the insecticide thiamethoxam increased by 32 percent with growth in both ACTARA(R), for foliar and soil application, and in CRUISER(R), for seed treatment where it is frequently used in combinations with fungicides ... Crop Protection For a definition of constant exchange rates, see Appendix A. 1st Half Growth 2nd Quarter Growth 2008 2007 Actual CER 2008 2007 Actual CER Product line $m $m % % $m $m % % Selective Herbicides 1679 1423 +18 +10 904 787 +15 +9 Non-Selective Herbicides 739... (PR Newswire)
Planting Watermelon in the Backyard... Jul 24, 2008
Diseases can be controlled with fungicides. Always remember that keeping your crop weeded and providing enough air circulation between the vines will keep your watermelons healthy. (Suite101.com)
Local crop dusters turn battle against bugs, fungus into a science Jul 22, 2008
Zellers propels his plane just above the corn and soybean fields in Central Illinois and applies fungicides and pesticides to ward off diseases or kill insects and other pests ... Zellers has been busy applying fungicides and recently started some insecticides to attack those Japanese beetles in corn fields. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Lawn may suffer from Melting Out’ (56) Jul 19, 2008
The MSU diagnostic lab also recommends avoiding fertilizer, weed killers and fungicides during mid-summer, as they may accentuate the disease. Mow your lawn as high as possible and, in some cases, prune trees and shrubs to allow for air movement through the lawn. (Montana Standard, MT)
Harvesting and Storing Home Grown P... Jul 13, 2008
Check with your local nursery to find insecticides or fungicides to protect your plants or they can give you ideas on how to rid your garden of them organically. Most peppers are ready to harvest 60 to 90 days after planted. (Suite101.com)
Farm-raised or wild? Jul 13, 2008
Much of the shrimp we eat at restaurants or buy in supermarkets has been farm-raised in Southeast Asia, in a stagnant pool pumped with fungicides, algicides and pesticides, as well as antibiotics to prevent the spread of viruses. Mangrove forests by the hectare have been leveled to cater to shrimp farming, a lucrative trade too alluring for local economies to pass up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Wheat Scab Showing Up in State Jul 13, 2008
At this point in the growing season, most winter wheat fields are past the labeled growth stage when fungicides can be legally applied ... As noted, fungicides can t be legally applied to wheat after flowering ... Fungicides labeled for Fusarium head blight (Proline, Folicur, Caramb, and Tilt) can only suppress the disease. (Agri-View, WI)
Mother's Garden: The confusing world of pesticides and invasives Jul 13, 2008
One classification, called Pesticides includes herbicides which kill plants as well as insecticides, which kill bugs and fungicides which kill fungi. Those derived from plants and other living organisms are called organics. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Dakota Lakes Research Farm tour is set for June 26 (11) Jul 7, 2008
Beck said the crop production trials at Dakota Lakes are not treated with fungicides. This allows producers to evaluate the performance of the varieties when they have to defend themselves. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Be a Florida-friendly gardener; don't abuse lawn with chemicals Jul 6, 2008
Fungicides have little effect on most beneficial insects and are much safer to people, pets, wildlife and Florida's environment. When you do treat, don't treat the whole yard - leave "safe houses" for your beneficials to survive. (Florida Times-Union)
Trees susceptible to white fungus Jul 4, 2008
There are many fungicides for control of powdery mildew but two of the best are myclobutanil, sold as Immunox, and tebuconazole, which is sold as Bayer Advanced Disease Control for Roses, Flowers and Shrubs. Begin spraying in April and continue applications according to the label directions until weather conditions are no longer favorable to the powdery mildew. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pesticides Persist In Ground Water Jul 3, 2008
None of the insecticides or fungicides examined were detected in ground-water samples ... During the spring of 2004, water samples were collected from a network of 59 shallow single or clustered monitoring wells and analyzed for the occurrence of 45 pesticides and 40 pesticide degradation products, including herbicide, insecticides, and fungicides. (Science Daily)
Ripe for profit Jun 30, 2008
Monsanto and Syngenta do a booming business in herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and other crop protection sprays and seed coatings designed to pump up the farm action and capture the loyalty of the farmer who wants one-stop shopping ... Take herbicides, fungicides, insecticides. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Blue-Green Algae Pollutes Charles R... Jun 28, 2008
Fertilizers and fungicides applied to Teddy Ebersol's Red Sox Fields may be encouraging yet another danger: blue-green algae ... Civic environmental protection groups such as Friends of the White Geese are claiming that fungicides and use of fertilizers on Ebersol Fields were what caused the algae bloom. (Suite101.com)
What’s Happening in Those Fields? Take Your Pick, It’s Out There Jun 26, 2008
Since growers haven t seen the first late blight symptom yet, he s still suggesting protectant fungicides be used at this time (maneb, mancozeb, chlorothalonil, metiram, fixed copper). We ll be seeing early blight pressure heat up in the weeks ahead, particularly since we are approaching 300 P-Days when we normally focus our attention on early blight management. (Agri-View, WI)
EU Ministers Clinch Deal on New Pesticides Law Jun 24, 2008
Britain has complained that the revised law will lead to the withdrawal of certain fungicides and cause sharp reductions in wheat yields. But environment groups argue that yields can be increased via better use of organic and non-chemical farming. (Planet Ark, United States)
Garden Q&A: Boost mulch with layers of newspapers Jun 24, 2008
Yield is severely reduced if you don't apply the fungicides and insecticides, or apply them at the wrong times. I planted a lot of wax leaf begonias because I saw some commercial plantings that were planted that way, and usually they seem to choose low-maintenance plants. (Florida Times-Union)
Cultivate Home Grown Potatoes Jun 23, 2008
Blights are fungal diseases and may be somewhat controlled by fungicides. Visit your garden center for an appropriate fungicide. (Suite101.com)
Crop damage is cause for state of emergency Jun 22, 2008
The farmers were out spraying with fungicides to try to save their trees for next year, he said. Hail also shredded the leaves of some trees. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Plants Can Make Golf Courses Greener By Filtering Pesticides Jun 20, 2008
Using these plants as a "living filter" on the edge of golf greens will help protect waterways from the impact of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides ... Perfectly maintained areas of turfgrass that make the game of golf possible require the constant use of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides, which are often washed into adjacent waterways by rainfall ... 27, 1998) Some of the most common chemicals used on golf courses -- fungicides applied to golf greens -- do not pass into surface water... (Science Daily)
Armstrong Research Farm Field Day set for June 27 Jun 19, 2008
Published: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 8:56 AM CDT LEWIS - Individuals can learn about soybean fungicides, corn hybrids, beef runoff systems and vineyard trials during the Armstrong Research Farm Field Day set for Friday, June 27 ... Tour stops will feature soybean fungicides by Allison Robertson, ISU Plant Pathology. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Minnesota facility receives clearance to study plant pathogens Jun 19, 2008
However, some fungicides are effective in controlling Ug99. We can control this disease with fungicides, said Wiersma. (Agri-View, WI)
Golfers And Golf Courses Benefit From Native Grasses In Roughs Jun 18, 2008
27, 1998) Some of the most common chemicals used on golf courses -- fungicides applied to golf greens -- do not pass into surface water runoff or leach into ground water, researchers said today (Wednesday. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Take-all patch at epidemic Jun 13, 2008
Fungicides are available to battle this disease, but they have limited effectiveness during the summer ... - If fungicides are used, make the applications in the fall and early spring when they are most effective. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Torrential Rains Take Toll on Crops Jun 12, 2008
For those considering replanting, seed treatments with fungicides are highly recommended. It is my experience that if Phyophthora causes seedling damping off, more severe damping off would happen in the replanted soybeans unless the seed is treated with the right fungicides or the weather turns dry after replanting, he notes ... Therefore it is important to use of higher doses of fungicides for replanted soybean. (Agri-View, WI)
Winterkill damages wheat in Broadwater County (28) Jun 6, 2008
Knerr is expecting to see higher prices for chemicals and possible shortages for fungicides. Ag alerts have gone out warning of possible fungicide shortages, which seem to be tied to the boost in wheat acreages nationally. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Decision Time For Foliar Fungicides on Wheat Jun 6, 2008
Noting growth stage is important, as many of the foliar fungicides labeled for wheat have specific requirements as to the last growth stage when an application can be made ... The use for foliar fungicides can be beneficial if the weather is favorable for disease development ... Also, foliar fungicides in the spring are effective for managing this disease, especially when applied between Feekes 6 (first detectable node) and stage 8 (flag leaf first visible). (Agri-View, WI)
Leaf spot, blight, wilt ... oh my! Jun 1, 2008
How to control/prevent: Plant disease-resistant varieties; leave plenty of room between plants to improve air circulation at maturity; water at base of plants in morning hours to allow drying time; rotate crops; don't mess around with plants when foliage is wet or damp to avoid spreading spores; remove plant debris; fungicides also are available. Early blight. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Thinking againIs the food crisis changing minds about GM crops? May 31, 2008
"First of all, GM is enabling farmers to grow more crop from the same amount of acreage in a world where we're struggling to feed the population, that has to be good. It's also enabling farmers to grow the crops with less use of insecticides, or fungicides or weed killers. Again, that's a green win. Together, I think it's technology for the future," Mr Lister says. On Friday, Jeremy Cooke will be reporting from Africa, where he'll be asking if GM can help the one continent on earth that can't... (BBC News -- Europe)
Fungus That Produces Biofuels From Plants: Genome Sequenced May 22, 2008
3, 2007) Potting mixes custom-tailored to fight plant diseases can work much better than systemic fungicides. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) plant pathologists Leona Horst, James Locke and Charles Krause. (Science Daily)
USDA crop and weather report for May 19 May 21, 2008
Primary farm activity involved cutting alfalfa hay, spraying of herbicides on corn and fungicides on wheat, and planting of corn, soybeans, sorghum, sunflowers, and cotton. Field Crop Report: Wheat is estimated at 97 percent jointed, compared to 100 percent for both the previous year and the 5-year average. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Zucchini has fungal disease May 17, 2008
Fungicides are not very effective for choanephora, so controlling water and insects are key. I have watermelons planted, and I'm wondering about fertilizing them. (Florida Times-Union)
Shrubs for your flood zone May 15, 2008
This, along with judicious use of fertilizer and fungicides, keeps diseases at bay. Q: My turf care company told me that I need to over seed the thin zoysia in my shady back yard with zoysia grass seed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pickers prepare to profit from prolific produce May 12, 2008
Then come the frequent sprayings with fungicides and insecticides, first on their magnificent blossoms, then twice a month; after the leaves appear, when the fruit buds out, or when rains wash off all the spray of the past week. All summer this goes on. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
What’s going on in and around Richmond County? May 9, 2008
Bring any pesticide, including insecticides, herbicides and fungicides, for proper disposal by NCDA. Pesticides should be in original container and labeled. No unknown products, paints or other hazardous household materials will be collected at this time. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Public works will collect household hazardous waste May 17 May 6, 2008
From the yard: poisons, insecticides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers, weed killer, mothballs, flea control products, pest strips and aerosol cans. From the house: rubber cement, airplane glue, fiberglass resins, photo chemicals, chemistry sets, furniture polish, floor and metal polish, oven cleaner, drain and toilet cleaner, rug and upholstery cleaner, hobby and art supplies, and spot remover. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
BASF fungicides May 2, 2008
Two new fungicides from BASF have received registration from the Environmental Protection Agency for use on cereals, providing growers with broad-spectrum activity on rust, head scab and other major cereal diseases ... With the addition of Caramba and the premix fungicide, BASF continues to strengthen its portfolio of wheat fungicides ... Already available in Europe and South America, Caramba is the worldwide leading product for head scab and is now available to United States growers as a solo... (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
