Cotton
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There is updated information on silverleaf whitefly (SLWF) for cotton growers. The latest information on SLWF can be found in the following publications from our UGA Cotton Team. Click to see Sampling and Managing Whiteflies in Georgia Cotton – this publication describes the SLWF biology, damage, sampling, risk management, and control. Managing Silverleaf Whiteflies in…
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Cotton growers should be aware that silverleaf whitefly (SLWF) numbers are increasing in parts of Worth County. As of Wednesday, July 1, there is a field that has reached the threshold for treating. It is still early on, but it will be important to make timely treatment decisions as we move forward. Following is information…
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Following is the row crop disease update from Dr. Bob Kemerait as of July 1. Rain in the forecast for the next week increases risk of development and spread of diseases in our row crops. Based on weather and time of season, I encourage our growers to be vigilant and prepared for the following: Corn:…
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CORN – Much of the corn in the county is progressing in maturity. With the confirmation of southern corn rust in many counties in south Georgia, it is recommended for growers to consider protective sprays on corn fields until the corn has reached the early dough stage. PEANUTS – In many fields, peanut vines are…
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CORN – Southern Corn Rust has now been confirmed (as of 6/19/20) in the following counties: Decatur, Seminole, Grady, Mitchell, Baker, Colquitt, Tift, Jeff Davis, Bacon, and Wayne. It is all around, so consider the growth and development of the corn, and protect fields and yield potential. Corn that has reached the late milk stage…
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Following is important information for Georgia cotton growers on a Section 24(c) special local need label for Liberty. Thankful for the dedication and work of Dr. Culpepper (our UGA Specialist) and GDA and BASF for getting this in place. New Liberty 24 (c) state label to help Georgia cotton farmers (A. S. Culpepper). As a…
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Following is an update from Dr. Stanley Culpepper for our growers on dicamba. Dicamba (A. S. Culpepper). On June 8, 2020 the U.S. EPA released critical information on Engenia, Fexapan, and XtendiMax. The entire release can be found at https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-offers-clarity-farmers-light-recent-court-vacatur-dicamba-registrations Please visit the website for details; however, below are the details of the order: “Details…
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Dr. Phillip Roberts, UGA Entomologist Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the 2020 Cotton, Peanut, and Soybean Scout Schools scheduled for June 8th in Tifton and June 16th in Midville have been cancelled. We are considering holding scout schools at a later date or on a webinar platform. More information will be provided soon on these…
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In Worth County we have cotton that was planted from the end of March through now, with cotton planting continuing. Following is some timely information regarding irrigation in cotton from Wesley Porter, Extension Precision Ag and Irrigation Specialist, Cale Cloud, Extension Water Agent, and David Hall, Extension Water Educator. Most people have been delayed in…
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This week there are many activities and happenings in Worth County Agriculture. The earlier planted crops have had moisture, but cool temperatures have plant growth and emergence slowed. Many planters are in the field this week. We are starting to get dry in many areas, so irrigation is going, and hopefully more rain soon. Corn:…