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Genetic Modification Can Lead to Reduced Populations of Fall Armyworm

February 3, 2022 | Posted in Crop Protection

Genetically modified insects offer a sustainable solution for controlling fall armyworm, a devastating agricultural pest that has already developed resistance to both insecticides and Bt crops, says the Alliance for Science.

Syngenta Crop Protection Launches New Insecticide Ingredient

November 24, 2020 | Posted in Crop Protection

Syngenta unveils Spiropidion, a new insect control technology that will help farmers protect their crops against damaging sucking pests in an effective and environmentally sustainable manner. Sucking pests, such as aphids, whiteflies, and scales, devastate high value fruit and vegetables like tomatoes, oranges and melons, as well as important arable crops like cotton and soybean.

Transform WG Insecticide Receives Expanded Federal EPA Registration

Chemistry effectively controls sap-feeding insects in crops, including soybeans, corn

July 17, 2019 | Posted in Crop Protection

Corteva Agriscience offers farmers another tool to control destructive insects by announcing an expanded federal label from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for Transform WG insecticide with Isoclast active.

Detecting and Deterring Early Season Below Ground Corn Insects

June 12, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Wisconsin Crop Manager

It isn’t easy to diagnose problems caused by seed corn maggot and others because damage isn’t always “text book.” Decisions need to be made based on symptoms shown in several plants, field histories, degree day accumulations and other criteria.

Start Spring Scouting Soon for Wheat Stem Maggots

March 12, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Nebraska

As farmers and consultants gear up for spring planting, many are expressing concerns and asking questions about managing wheat stem maggot in their cover crop.

Mississippi State Updates Pest Control Recommendations

January 25, 2016 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Mississippi State University Extension

The university has listed new thresholds for treating pests in corn, soybeans, cotton, wheat and several other crops based on new research and field tests.

Final Reminders For Insect Control

September 18, 2014 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Tennessee

We’ve pretty much wrapped up this season in terms of insect control. Below are the last few reminders as we close out this year’s crop.

Spraying Corn With Insecticide

June 27, 2014 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Tennessee

As much of our corn begins to tassel, some questions have predictably been asked about putting insecticide out with foliar fungicide applications.

Corn, Perennial Cover Produce Big Yields

July 25, 2011 | Posted in Cover Crops

Using standard agronomic practices and managing a perennial cover crop between rows of corn can keep soil, nutrients and carbon in the fields, a three-year study says.

Be On The Lookout For Hopperburn In Alfalfa

July 21, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Syngenta

Be on the lookout for potato leafhoppers (PLH), the pest most affecting alfalfa production in the central U.S., which is causing devastating effects to alfalfa leaves and stunting plant growth.

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