Keep watch for conditions causing white mold Jul 17, 2010
Experts say treating with fungicides may be challenging because it's difficult to penetrate the soybean canopy and onto the flower where the product needs to go. To combat white mold, Pioneer researchers and breeders use a two-prong approach. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Experts confirm tomato disease Jul 9, 2010
Fungicides may slow the progress of late blight, Egel said. Retail products that contain the active ingredient chlorothalonil may reduce the spread of the disease if applied on a regular basis. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Late blight in tomatoes confirmed in Indiana county near Kentucky Jul 4, 2010
Egel says fungicides can slow late blight's spread and says all tomato growers should inspect their plants for signs of disease. Info from Purdue. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Farming: Rust in the bread basket Jul 2, 2010
Fungicides afford some protection but huge quantities of chemicals are an expensive and limited answer. Most small farmers in poor regions, including Punjab, cannot afford them anyway. (The Economist)
Illinois pumpkin fields face cunning opponent Jun 29, 2010
Fungicides can also be applied by commercial growers if there is no standing water in the fields. If growers choose to irrigate from a pond, it's important to make sure the pond does not contain run-off from an infested field as the pathogen may be present in the run-off for the whole season. (EurekAlert!)
Gardening Tips: Will we get tomatoes this summer? Jun 21, 2010
So I guess I am cautiously optimistic but I will also apply protectant fungicides as soon as fruit form or if I see or hear of any evidence of blight locally. This year I went back to my old favorites, Big Beef and Sun Gold and skipped the heirlooms and odd balls that I tried last year with less than good results. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Low, High Manganese Levels May Affect the Infant Brain Jun 19, 2010
Manganese is present in some fertilizers and fungicides, for instance, so parents can try to limit their children's exposure to those products. Henn also noted that while manganese levels in public drinking water are regulated, there can be high levels in well water. (MEDLINEplus)
Home, yard and garden, 6-17: Unknown spring flower is a checkered lily Jun 18, 2010
Fungicides applied during this time can help reduce the amount of infection. See Purdue Extension Bulletin ID-146, Managing Pests in Home Fruit Plantings. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Tomato blight is back Jun 17, 2010
Last year the blight killed most of the tomato crop in Pennsylvania. It looks like this year may be as bad as last. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Early monitoring helps protect young plants, potential yield (13) Jun 14, 2010
But fungicides aren't foolproof. Various pathogens still can cause problems in suboptimal field conditions. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
The Right to Choose - For Farmers in Haiti Jun 12, 2010
Fungicides on the seeds are toxic poisons. Seeds are the patrimony of humanity. (Townhall.com)
Home, yard and garden, 6-10: Turn Junior into a naturalist Jun 11, 2010
Commercial growers have many options of fungicides to apply and should refer to the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide for Commercial Growers online at and the Vegetable Crops Hotline at for recommendations and other details. More information about late blight is available through a Purdue University Extension fact sheet at , or an Ohio State University Extension fact sheet at. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Field trial of GM potatoes begins Jun 9, 2010
Researchers say the GM potatoes will drastically cut the use of fungicides ... " About 130,000 hectares of land in the UK is used to grow potatoes, yielding in the region of 6m tonnes of potatoes each year. However, in a typical growing season, farmers can spray fungicides on their crops up 15 times at a cost of about 500/hectare, Professor Jones said. Therefore a late blight resistance GM potato would reduce a number of environmental impacts, including reducing the amount of chemicals being... (BBC News -- Science)
Across Knox County, 6-6: Its time to look for head scab Jun 8, 2010
To help prevent wheat head scab, it is important to apply the correct fungicides as soon as flowering occurs. Wise said farmers should select a variety of wheat that has some level of resistance to the disease. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Producers reminded to guard against pesticide drift Jun 5, 2010
"With many pre-emergence and systemic herbicides, larger droplets can be used without sacrificing effectiveness, while fungicides, some insecticides, and contact herbicides may require a medium-sized droplet to ensure adequate coverage of the plant leaves.". Wilson said producers should closely check pesticide labels. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
SCWA vs. harbor seal pups: The water grab (3) Jun 3, 2010
Some of the real causes of salmonid demise are decidedly not being addressed by this Biological Opinion, such as vineyard production next to streams, tributaries and the main stem of the river and the silt runoff, habitat loss and drift, and runoff from pesticides, herbicides and fungicides that result. Many of the chemicals used in vineyard production clearly state in their risk assessment labels and material safety data that they are toxic to fish and should not be used where drift and/or... (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
- Betel leaves contain excessively high levels of pesticides: consumer watchdog Jun 1, 2010
The other 14 were found to contain traces of fungicides difenoconazole and prochloraz, fenpropathrin (mite repellent), acephate and dozens of other types of pesticide at illegally high amounts. The foundation said that two of the leaf samples tested positive for at least seven types of pesticides, while the rest contained residues of one to five types of pesticides. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Wheat, barley producers can sign up for scab alerts (33) May 31, 2010
The purpose of the alert system, according to USWBSI leaders, is to give growers and affiliated industry personnel better advanced notice of potential outbreaks and the risk of scab in their area, thus allowing for timely treatment of fields with fungicides. "We are aware that many farmers do not have easy or convenient access to the Internet, but most of them carry a cell phone," said Dave Van Sanford, USWBSI co-chair. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Reduce Toxic Chemical Exposure by I... May 26, 2010
Most food is grown with the use of toxic chemicals in the form of fungicides, herbicides and insecticides. Even after washing, there is still a chemical residue left on the food. (Suite101.com)
Tomato growers told to take steps against blight May 13, 2010
Bonnie Plants uses a strict spray program to prevent infection and since last year's outbreak, it has added three new fungicides for late blight to its regimen, president Stan Cope said ... As an organic farmer, she could not use fungicides but could spray with copper, which leaves a protective blue residue but must be reapplied after each rain. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
New’ Aphanomyces Races Plaguing Alfalfa Growers? (2) May 9, 2010
Fungicides offer some control in the early seedling phase. Esker encourages more alfalfa breeding research on Aphanomyces resistance and race detection. (Agri-View, WI)
New York fights back against tomato blight threat Apr 30, 2010
Last year, the fungus blight ravaged many backyard tomato gardens, and had commercial growers hurriedly spraying fungicides to control the disease, which can also infect potato plants. The cool, rainy start to summer helped spread the disease. (Albany Times Union)
Tips for boosting harvest yield by working toward even emergence in spring Apr 22, 2010
It is very important to use a good seed treatment, like Cruiser Maxx Cereals, that has both insecticides and fungicides in it. Lampert said the good seed treatment protects the germinating seed, the emerging seeding, and even the early foliage from insects and disease. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Start prep for hazardous waste event Apr 20, 2010
From the yard: poisons, insecticides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers, weed killer, mothballs, flea control products, pest strips and aerosol cans. From the house: rubber cement, airplane glue, fiberglass resins, photo chemicals, chemistry sets, furniture polish, floor and metal polish, oven cleaner, drain and toilet cleaner, rug and upholstery cleaner, hobby and art supplies, household batteries and spot remover. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Guarantee Healthy Roses by Tackling... Apr 14, 2010
Captan and Triforine are tried and trusted systemic fungicides ... Roses in all their shapes and sizes - , or - may all be subjected to pest problems from time to time and the wary rosarian will deal with these problems swiftly to prevent an epidemic by spraying regularly with reputable pesticides and fungicides. (Suite101.com)
Seven wonders’ needed for 300-bu. corn Apr 13, 2010
But, he said he documented definitely more leaf greening, and thus more chlorophyll being made, after strobilurin fungicides were applied. Some growth regulator effect also can come from the treatments on corn seeds, he added. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Use Organic Pesticides and Fungicid... Apr 13, 2010
Use Organic Pesticides and Fungicides Safely in a Natural Garden ... Use Organic Pesticides and Fungicides Safely in a Natural Garden ... However, what feels like a proactive measure can actually increase the prevalence of insects or diseases that are resistant to all but the harshest pesticides and fungicides. (Suite101.com)
Market Forecaster: The April supply/demand report Apr 13, 2010
It can destroy fields outright if not treated quickly with chemical fungicides. The pathogen. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Forests at Risk: Swiss Needle Cast Epidemic in Douglas-Fir Trees Unprecedented, Still Getting Worse Apr 13, 2010
Fungicides can control it, but cost too much to be practical and raise environmental concerns. However, OSU is developing tools to better anticipate the problems it may cause and allow forest managers to consider alternative management strategies. (Science Daily)
Scientists working to conquer Ug99 stem rust Apr 10, 2010
Extension plant pathologist Mary Burrows conducted field trials in 2009, identifying trizol fungicides as having the highest efficacy. However, in Africa and Asia they currently spray trizoles three to five times per season for stem rust control, making it likely the fungus will be resistant to trizole fungicides by the time it reaches North America ... Fungicides will be useful to farmers who opt to use a non-resistant variety. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Fla. Citrus Faces New Threat: Black Spot Apr 8, 2010
The main defenses include spraying with a copper compound, which blocks the spore from penetrating fruit, or a class of fungicides called "strobilurins," she said. Because continued growth opens up new areas on the fruit peel for spore penetration, growers may have to spray for black spot from four to six times between the time the fruitlets appear in the spring until harvest from October to June, Dewdney said. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
Tough New Spuds Take on Double Trouble Apr 8, 2010
Of the two fungi, only black dot can be chemically controlled with fungicides; however, multiple applications are needed, ratcheting up production costs to prohibitive levels. A more sustainable alternative is genetic resistance, according to geneticist Chuck Brown, with the ARS Vegetable and Forage Crops Production Research Laboratory in Prosser, Wash. (Science Daily)
U of I researchers say foliar fungicides may not be the answer for hail-damaged corn Mar 31, 2010
URBANA University of Illinois researchers may have debunked the myth that foliar fungicides can improve corn's tolerance to hail damage ... Once the tassels completely emerged, foliar fungicides were applied to corn ... However, foliar fungicides did not significantly improve yield in either the damaged or non-damaged plots compared with the non-treated controls. (EurekAlert!)
Growing Roses Organically Mar 26, 2010
Growing big, beautiful roses at home doesn t mean one has to dress up in a face mask, gloves and heavy-duty clothing and continuously spray toxic herbicides, fungicides and pesticides. Roses can be grown organically, without the chemical sprays that known to be so harmful to wildlife and beneficial insects, not to mention people and the Earth. (Suite101.com)
Expert: Gardeners must remain vigilant against blight Mar 24, 2010
We normally experience a late blight once every five to seven years, but nothing of this magnitude, said Ford, commercial horticulture educator with Penn State Cooperative Extension, who was a speaker at the Cooperative Extension s Turf Conference in Somerset on Tuesday. We had a significant loss statewide. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Fungi Can Change Quickly, Pass Along Infectious Ability Mar 22, 2010
For one thing, it may help researchers to better understand the types of fungal strains that are most apt to develop resistance to fungicides, and help crop scientists develop approaches to minimize that problem. Fungal diseases are a major problem in crop agriculture, and billions of dollars are spent around the world every year to combat new and emerging fungal pathogens in plants, animals and humans. (Science Daily)
Fire at Platte, no injuries Mar 13, 2010
Platte Chemical is a maker of herbicides, insecticides and fungicides. "I don't think things could've been handled any better than they were," said Larry Miller, deputy director of Washington County Emergency Management Agency. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Arch Chemicals, Inc. Earns Canadian Registration for Omacide(TM) IPBC 30, 40 and 100 Fungicides Mar 5, 2010
March 4, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arch Chemicals, Inc. has been granted registration for use of its Omacide(TM) IPBC 30, 40 and 100 fungicides as dry-film paint preservatives by Pest Management Regulatory Affairs (PMRA), the agency responsible for conducting efficacy assessments on pest control products as well as industrial biocides for use in Canada. These broad-spectrum fungicides, based on IPBC (3-lodo-2-propynl-n-butylcarbamate) chemistry, inhibit the growth of mildew on latex paints and... (Primezone Releases)
Arch Chemicals, Inc. and Syngenta Join Forces in Development of New Dry-film Fungicides Primarily for Paints and Coatings Feb 26, 2010
"Arch Chemicals is excited about the opportunity to expand our family of biocides for building products with Sporgard(TM) technology, which represents the next generation in dry-film fungicides for coatings products," said Mark Kenline, Global Business Director for Arch Chemicals' Industrial Biocides Building Products business ... "The Sporgard(TM) combination of fungicides provides the most sophisticated mold control technology available.". (Primezone Releases)
Tan spot was most prevalent spring wheat disease in 2009 Feb 25, 2010
She said tan spot can be managed through crop rotations, using resistant varieties and fungicides ... There are a lot of choices for early season fungicides and they are all good and have done well on leaf diseases, McMullen said ... Last year, in the west, a 1-bushel response to fungicides was needed for a breakeven price on applying fungicides. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Buying Organic Cotton Clothes, Bedd... Feb 22, 2010
The resulting product is cotton saturated with pesticides, herbicide, fungicides, and the like. To illustrate just how heavily treated cotton crops are, consider this: Cotton crops take up only 2. (Suite101.com)
Across Knox County, 2-7: Dont count on chemicals to cut corn vomitoxin Feb 9, 2010
This is largely because the problem is not common enough to allow for adequate testing of fungicides and adequate application timing will likely be a big concern. . (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Powdery mildew Feb 3, 2010
In some situations, especially in the production of apples, grapes, susceptible cucurbits and roses, fungicides may be needed. Sulfur and synthetic fungicides are available ... Fungicides must be applied to highly susceptible plants at the earliest signs of the disease. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Chinese Drywall Latest Problematic Import Feb 1, 2010
With the the lead federal agency looking into complaints surrounding Chinese drywall, preliminary research from the found the Chinese-made drywall contained , which is not in U.S. drywall, but widely used in black gunpowder, matches, insecticides and fungicides. EPA tests also found , (a metallic element that is highly reactive chemically, including, in a finely powdered state, spontaneous ignition at room temperature) at levels 10 times as high as in U.S. drywall. (RealtyTimes)
South America's Record Soybean Crop Under Attack From Frogeye, Asian Rust Feb 1, 2010
7 billion in fungicides last year to fight the disease and lost 571,800 tons to the fungus, to Brasilia-based Embrapas Web Site. Asian Rust was first found in Brazil in 2001 and peaked two years later when it wiped out 4. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Illinois wheat forum set for Feb. 15 Jan 27, 2010
Steve Ebelhar, agronomist at the University of Illinois Dixon Springs Agricultural Center, will lead off the morning program with an update on the effects of maintaining wheat in rotations with corn and soybeans, the proper nitrogen management of wheat, and the interactions of fertility and fungicides for high wheat-yield management. Carl Bradley, University of Illinois Extension plant pathologist, will provide an overview of wheat diseases that have caused yield and quality losses to Illinois... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Does Mother's Milk Transfer Environmental Toxins to Breast-Feeding Babies? Jan 26, 2010
We also feed them, albeit in minuscule amounts, paint thinners, dry-cleaning fluids, wood preservatives, toilet deodorizers, cosmetic additives, gasoline byproducts, rocket fuel, termite poisons, fungicides and flame retardants. In the wake of such kinds of news reports, four nursing mothers came together in 2005 to form Make Our Milk Safe (MOMS), a nonprofit engaging in education, advocacy and corporate campaigns to try to eliminate toxic chemicals from the environment and in breast milk. (Scientific American)
ARS studies rotations under irrigation, greenhouse gas emissions (36) Jan 25, 2010
"We want to continually use different chemicals, even with our fungicides, to keep from developing resistance to chemicals," Evans said. They are using soybeans because they wanted a legume in the rotations to provide benefits to the following year's crops, including soil quality, nitrogen and better management of diseases in a rotation system. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Myco’ Crown and Root Rot in Alfalfa Emerging Problem in Wisconsin, Minnesota? (1) Jan 17, 2010
Samac says that the Myco fungus is reported to be sensitive to several fungicides but chemical control may not be practical or effective in the field. If growers and/or consultants suspect Mycoleptodiscus crown and root rot in an alfalfa field this coming year, Samac suggest they dig about 10 plants form the affected patch, trim off the foliage and remove soil from roots. (Agri-View, WI)
Updated fact sheet discusses fungicides (36) Jan 13, 2010
Updated fact sheet discusses fungicides ... BROOKINGS, S.D. A South Dakota State University publication updated for 2009 offers tips on using fungicides as a management tool ... SDSU Extension Fact Sheet 917, Managing Crop Diseases with Fungicides, is available online at. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Tree warden, 101, can't save beloved elm (3) Jan 13, 2010
Later, fungicides injected directly into the trees roots had some success. Still, trees continued to die. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
EarthTalk Q&A: TV myth, sewage Jan 10, 2010
We also feed them, albeit in minuscule amounts, paint thinners, dry-cleaning fluids, wood preservatives, toilet deodorizers, cosmetic additives, gasoline byproducts, rocket fuel, termite poisons, fungicides and flame retardants. . (MSNBC -- Environment)
