Earlier this month we discussed peach leaf curl biology and control. In this issue we’ll explore how the abiotic environment influences infection by the leaf curl fungal pathogen, Taphrina deformans. [Read more…]
Archives for March 2013
March 12, 2013 Dave Schmitt
Pear Psylla Oviposition Starts
An examination of a pear orchard in Gloucester County yesterday revealed that psylla have started laying eggs. Early season control should start as soon as the weather allows for oil applications. Alternatively, Surround can be applied regardless of temperature.
March 8, 2013 Mark VanGessel
Updated Weed Management Guides for Field Crops
From Weekly Crop Update
Mark VanGessel, Extension Weed Specialist; mjv@udel.edu
Updated weed management guides are available online at http://extension.udel.edu/ag/weed-science/
The Guides for “Corn Weed Management”, “Soybean Weed Management”, and” Pasture and Hay Weed Management Guide” as well as other bulletins are available.
March 8, 2013 Mark VanGessel
Notes on Small Grain Weed Control
From Weekly Crop Update
Mark VanGessel, Extension Weed Specialist; mjv@udel.edu
Some fields were sprayed last spring with Osprey for control of annual ryegrass and there was no control. At least one of these fields was confirmed as having ALS-resistant annual ryegrass. If Osprey or PowerFlex (another ALS-herbicide or Group 2 herbicide), were used for annual ryegrass but did not control them, Axial XL is the only option for ryegrass control this spring.
More fields with ALS-resistant common chickweed (resistant to Finesse, Harmony Extra, Osprey, and PowerFlex) are showing up in Delaware. Spring application of Starane Ultra is the best option to suppress/control the resistant chickweed. [Read more…]
March 8, 2013 Wes Kline
Q & A Teleconferences on FSMA
The Produce Safety Alliance, in collaboration with the FDA, will be hosting a series of Q & A teleconferences to discuss specific sections of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Proposed Produce Safety Rule. See the attachment for teleconference dates and times on the following topics:
- Understanding Exemptions
- Agricultural Water
- Soil Amendments
- Domestic and Wild Animals
- Growing, Harvesting, Packing & Holding Activities
- Equipment, Tools, Buildings, & Sanitation
- Health, Hygiene, and Worker Training
- Recordkeeping, Compliance, & Enforcement
Remember comments or questions regarding issues the FDA should clarify or address in the final rule or in companion guidance document must be submitted before May 16, 2013. See attachment for submission delivery options.
March 5, 2013 Wes Kline
Summary: FDA presentations on Food Safety Modernization Act
In this update we summarize of some of the material most recently presented by the Food and Drug Administration on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
FSMA Proposed – Sec. 105 Rule
Also find a compliance decision tree for US growers of fruits, vegetables, nuts, mushrooms, herbs, or sprouts. This rule will impact most growers in New Jersey. If you have questions do not hesitate to contact Meredith Melendez or myself.
