Scott Carlson
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Field work and planting have been occurring for the last month. The heavy rains (from 5-8 inches) across the county a couple of weekends ago disrupted the plans of many growers. Much of the corn was already planted and growing well, and many other fields were prepared and bedded for planting the next week; but…
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On April 26, 2021 the U.S. EPA declined Georgia’s 24(C) XtendiMax label request that would have improved grower flexibility when applying this herbicide. Thus, all XtendiMax applications must follow requirements in accordance with the federal label. UGA is committed and excited to work with the GDA and the U. S. EPA to resolve this challenge.…
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Following is some very useful information for cotton and peanuts from Dr. Bob Kemerait, UGA Plant Pathologist: Protecting cotton from early-season diseases and nematodes – not quite the same as in your peanutcrop (Bob Kemerait): Many cotton farmers are also peanut farmers. These growers recognize that cotton and peanut crops each need to be protected…
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As cotton growers are preparing to plant the 2021 cotton crop, here are some great points in regard to disease and nematode management from Dr. Bob Kemerait, UGA Plant Pathologist. Early Season Disease and Nematode Management (Bob Kemerait): For a few, planting cotton has already begun. For most, it is imminent and rapidly approaching; planting…
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Following is some timely information from Dr. Scott Monfort, UGA Peanut Agronomist. We have Peanut Quick Reference Guides and Peanut Rx at the Worth County Extension Office. by Dr. Scott Monfort, UGA Peanut Agronomist Growers are beginning to make plans on when to start planting. I have already received several callsfrom growers asking about planting…
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There are a few viewing opportunities left for the Using Pesticides Wisely trainings for 2021. This training must be completed to be able to make labeled dicamba or 2,4-D in-crop applications in cotton or soybeans. Click on a link to register for the date/time that fits your schedule (register at least 2 hours prior to…
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Georgia Agriculture Awareness Week – This week is recognized as Georgia Agriculture Awareness Week. We want to thank all of the Worth County farmers and producers that are growing and providing food, fiber, and shelter to our local community, the state of Georgia, and our country. Worth County is impacted daily through the dedication of…
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The Using Pesticides Wisely (UPW) Training opportunities began this week. There are still many opportunities for growers and applicators to register and attend training. We encourage individuals to train virtually at home or office when possible. If anyone does not have access to computer or internet access, please call us at the Worth County Extension…
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Now is the time for peanut producers to apply for the 2020 Georgia Peanut Achievement Club award. For years, Georgia peanut producers have been recognized through this program for achieving excellent yields. The state is divided into 4 GPAC districts (see figure below). There are 3 acreage categories in which growers can qualify: 1) 100…
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Dicamba applicator certified license update (Jennifer Wren, Georgia Department of Agriculture; Stanley Culpepper, UGA). During 2019, UGA Extension and the Department of Agriculture provided a one-time opportunity to obtain a two-year license allowing those individuals without a traditional certified applicators license to legally apply Engenia, XtendiMax, and Tavium only. These individuals were trained and tested…