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Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), also known as scab, is caused by several Fusarium spp., particularly F. graminearum in the U.S. The …
Burndown Options in Peanut Peanut Notes No. 35 2019
Winter weeds such as marestail (horseweed) can be difficult to control prior to planting peanut, especially as weeds get …
Selection for Larger or Smaller Seed Size Peanut Notes No. 34 2019
I recently had a question about seed size and whether or not a variety can change over time if …
Planting in Old Pasture Area Peanut Notes No. 33 2019
Recently I spoke with a farmer who picked up significant acreage that was in pasture for about 10 years. …
Knowing Your Field on-Farm Testing NCSU Peanut Notes No. 32 2019
The guide to on-farm testing provided below was developed at NC State University many years ago with peanuts in …
On-Farm Research Methodology UGA Peanut Notes No. 31 2019
The links below provide good information on how to conduct research trials with farmers. Designing Research and Demonstration Tests for …
Potash and Pops Peanut Notes No. 30 2019
Excessive K can interfere with calcium uptake by pegs and pods in the pegging zone. However, with most rates …
From the Field - Agronomy Notes: Vol. 3, Num. 1
April 12, 2019- With a largely successful greenhouse season well underway, From the Field – Agronomy Notes comes back for …
Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update, April 10, 2019
Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), also known as scab, is caused by several Fusarium spp., particularly F. graminearum in the U.S. The …
How Important Is Uniform Emergence in Soybeans?
A more comprehensive research summary can be found at this link: NC State Extension Soybean Uniform …
Soil Testing for Heavy Metals
Some processors are asking growers to test their fields for heavy metals. There are no calibrations that can tell …
Important Dates Relative to Peanut Activities in 2019 Peanut Notes No. 29 2019
NC State Extension Agent Training Events – 2019 Peanuts 101 (Full-Day Sessions throughout the season primarily for agents with limited …
Andrew Hare MS Degree Exit Seminar Peanut Notes No. 28 2019
Drew Hare’s exit seminar slides are found below. Drew’s project included determining the potential for double cropping peanut with …
Thinking About Fungicide Choices Shew Peanut Notes No. 27 2019
Dr. Barbara Shew prepared the following items for the spring issue of V-C Peanut News. Shew VC Peanut News Spring …
Learning to Manage What We Can Control Brandenburg Peanut Notes No. 26 2019
Learning to Manage What We Can Control Rick Brandenburg Peanut Extension Entomology Specialist NC State University Farming has certainly become one of the …
GPS Roll Over Week Information Peanut Notes No. 25 2019
GPS Roll Over Week GPS Roll Over will occur on April 6, 2019. The obvious question is “What is …
The New NCSU Cotton Planting Conditions Calculator (Collins & Edmisten)
As the 2019 cotton planting season approaches, we know that it is especially important to frequently monitor and evaluate …
Seed Is Expensive…Protect This Investment!! (Collins & Edmisten)
In NC, we are no stranger to challenging planting weather. The last several years are a testament to this …
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