Phillip Sylvester, Kent Co., Ag Agent; phillip@udel.edu, Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu and Nancy Gregory, Plant Diagnostician; ngregory@udel.edu As we approach the upcoming small grains planting season, it is a good time to discuss barley yellow dwarf management. Barley… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu Alfalfa and Grass Hay Crops We are starting to hear reports of the first occurrence of defoliators in hay crops. Fall armyworm can cause significant damage in grass hay so be sure to watch… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu Cabbage As soon as plants are set in the field, be sure to sample for cabbage looper and diamondback larvae. A treatment will be needed before larvae move into the hearts of the plants.… Continue Reading
Tuesday, August 21 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Carvel Research and Education Center 16483 County Seat Hwy Georgetown, DE 19947 Come see and hear about many of the UD Extension Vegetable and Fruit Program’s field research projects from the 2012 season.… Continue Reading
Thursday, August 16 8:15 a.m.-3:35 p.m. Carvel Research and Education Center 16483 County Seat Hwy Georgetown, DE 19947 Talk & Workshop Topics · Transportation Regulations, Laws & Safety · Pest & Beneficial Insect Walk · Soil Health · Intermediate Wall,… Continue Reading
