Cotton
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We are still dry in the county, but so thankful for some of the recent scattered rain showers that have passed through. Hoping for more rain to come at this time throughout the county. Corn harvest has just begun. Much of the corn in Worth County is at or near maturity, and plants are drying…
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The current conditions in Worth County are hot and dry. These conditions seem problematic for our crops that are at or nearing peak water needs (like peanuts, cotton, pecans, and others). These crops are fruiting and filling at this time. Hoping and praying for more rain soon! Heat and drought stress on the plants are…
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Things are hot and dry in the county right now. Minimal rain, if any, has fallen in parts of the county recently, so irrigation has been running. Hope to see more rain soon – keep praying! Following is a summary on July irrigation from the UGA Irrigation Team members (Dr. Wes Porter, Cale Cloud, and…
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Cotton – Insects and Disease – The silverleaf whitefly (SLWF) population is spreading out from the initial area from a couple of weeks ago. There are more fields in central/eastern part of the county that have reached threshold. Be aware and be scouting, as the population can change quickly; if you have questions, let us…
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Recent rains through much of the county have helped with crop water needs; and likely with some of the insects problems that are present such as lesser cornstalk borer, aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies. Good growing conditions for the crops right now, and also good conditions for disease to start becoming an issue. Overall, crops…
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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…