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What Are the Pale Patches in Wheat Fields This Year?

Across the state we have seen some pale patches in wheat fields. This article describes some of the more common causes of these patches, and whether or not we should be concerned about grain quality…

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Low Head Scab Risk Throughout North Carolina

Wheat and Barley Scab Risk Low Throughout North CarolinaFor wheat flowering around April 17, risk of damage from Fusarium head blight (FHB, or scab) infection is low. The small amount of rain in the…

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Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update-May 1, 2019

This is the fourth update on Fusarium Head Blight (FHB) risk in North Carolina in 2019. More information on FHB and symptoms can be found at the Small Grains Extension portal. Current Risk FHB risk…

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Upcoming Webinar: Management of Fusarium Head Blight

Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium head blight of wheat (also known as scab) is one of the most problematic diseases of wheat grown in the U.S. This disease is most commonly associated with Fusarium…