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Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update-April 22, 2019

This is the third 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 Wheat and…

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Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update, April 15, 2019

Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), also known as scab, is caused by several Fusarium spp., particularly F. graminearum in the U.S. The fungus overwinters in soil or in crop stubble from…

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Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update, April 10, 2019

Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), also known as scab, is caused by several Fusarium spp., particularly F. graminearum in the U.S. The fungus overwinters in soil or in crop stubble from…

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True Armyworm in Northeastern NC Wheat- Time to Scout

Article by Dominic Reisig and Angela PostTrue armyworm has been spotted in northeastern North Carolina wheat over the past two weeks. This infestation is widespread, extending at least from…

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Hessian Fly Adults Are Active- Should You Spray?

Hessian fly eggs have been spotted on wheat in Beaufort County, NC. Larvae will hatch from these eggs and will feed throughout the cold months, killing tillers. Here are some bits of information to…