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How sequencing insect genomes could unlock next generation pesticides
Sequencing insect genomes could help to unlock new insights into pest behaviour and lead to a new level of targeted, more ecological pest control, according to researchers at top agricultural research centre, Rothamsted Research Researchers at the centre, which is the longest-running agricultura...Read more -
New insecticides to target honey bee enemies
Precision insecticides are the latest weapon in the war on bee pests. Learn how Sydney scientists are developing these to protect honey bees worldwide. University of Sydney scientists are developing insecticides that target two major pests of honey bees but are completely safe for the b...Read more -
Wide spectrum wheat fungicide set for 2024
Wheat growers are set to get a new fungicide next season that promises the best septoria and rust control on the market, coming after the worst septoria season in decades and with rust rearing its head recently. Agrochemicals giant Bayer is set to launch Iblon for 2024, from a new SDHI sub-class...Read more -
Corn fungicide considerations for 2023
Make management considerations when it comes to the use of fungicide on corn and know when it is needed based on field conditions. When making foliar fungicide decisions in corn, not only is it important to identify what disease(s) are present in the field, but also to note where they are in the ...Read more -
Heads-up for fusarium head blight
As wheat flowers across the state, and rain in the forecast this weekend, concern for fusarium head blight or scab rises. This fungal disease of small grains poses a significant threat to grain quality, causing reduced grain test weight and contamination with vomitoxin or DON. Spikelets of infect...Read more -
Are Fungicide and Insecticide at Flowering Warranted?
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The wheat crop is flowering or will soon begin to flower in southern and central Ohio. Flowering will continue in the northern half of the state over the next two weeks. This is the growth stage as which the crop is most susceptible to infection by Fusarium graminearum, the fung...Read more -
Make good fungicide, insecticide decisions in soybeans
Frogeye leaf spot is the predominant disease that negatively impacts soybeans, especially susceptible varieties in Indiana. While septoria leaf spot and cercospora leaf blight are issues in some seasons, frogeye is of most concern. If applied by the label, environmental hazards are not a problem...Read more -
UPL Introduces Two New Insecticides to North American Market
UPL Ltd., a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has introduced its SHENZI 700 WG and SHENZI 400 SC insecticides to the North American market. SHENZI 700 WG and 400 SC provide growers with proven solutions to protect crops against insect pests and resistance while minimizing env...Read more -
Basf announces new soybean fungicide
A new soybean fungicide from BASF is set to hit the market in 2024. Revylok brings together two of the latest fungicidal active ingredients from BASF, Revysol, and Xemium. “Revylok fungicide will be an effective tool to rotect yield due to its fast uptake into the plant and long-lasting residual,...Read more -
A lot to know about fertilizers
The weather is cooperating, and the plants in the landscape are starting to leaf out. You see some unusual leaf damage. Could it be slugs and snails? Yes, it could, but you have checked your plants in the evening (when they feed) and don’t find any critters, and besides the leaves don’t look lik...Read more -
Here’s How Black Pepper Works As A Pesticide When Put In Garden Soil
If you’re on the hunt for a more natural way to protect your home garden from pests, the answer might be found in your spice cabinet. According to a study published in Parasites & Vectors, black pepper works as a natural larvicide against even insecticide-resistant bugs. It’s also...Read more -
Application timing of PGRs
It’s said timing is everything and that is especially true when it comes to the use of plant growth regulators. Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are hormone-based compounds used primarily as a harvest management aid to modify plant growth and development. They help produce plants with shorter, thic...Read more