Bob Mulrooney, Extension Plant Pathologist; bobmul@udel.edu Soybean rust can currently be found on kudzu in six counties in Florida and one county in Texas. Soybean sentinel plots are being established throughout the Gulf Coast region. Kudzu is also greening-up rapidly… Continue Reading
Bob Mulrooney, Extension Plant Pathologist; bobmul@udel.edu Wheat Last week we did identify barley yellow dwarf virus on wheat in two locations in Sussex County. One was identified as BYDV-pav strain and the other tested positive for BYDV-pav as well, but… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu Small Grains We saw a significant increase in true armyworm catches over the past 10 days, especially in the Dover, Little Creek, Milford and Bridgeville areas. High numbers of moths were caught when you… Continue Reading
Bob Mulrooney, Extension Plant Pathologist; bobmul@udel.edu Late Blight Advisory This is the first report for 2008. If you would like a FAX or email report please call 302-831-4865, or email bobmul@udel.edu. We are using the E-WEATHER SERVICE from SkyBit, Inc.… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Ag Agent, Kent Co.; gcjohn@udel.edu Pea harvest will begin at the end of May; the first pickles have been planted; early plantings of sweet corn and snap beans are in the ground; lima bean planting will begin… Continue Reading
