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• ▸Fall armyworms are affecting cotton, rice, corn, and grain sorghum this season.
• ▸Plant bug populations are increasing, especially near corn crops.
• ▸In rice, defoliation thresholds are crucial for preventing yield loss.
• ▸Farmers should monitor for aphids and midges in grain sorghum to avoid crop damage.

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• ▸Late planting strategies focus on maximizing light interception for soybean crops.
• ▸Increasing seeding rates by 10-15% helps counteract lower germination rates.
• ▸Mid-four maturity groups are preferred to mitigate frost risks later in the season.
• ▸Inoculants can enhance yields significantly for late-planted soybeans.

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• ▸Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding in Arkansas, impacting rice, soybeans, and corn crops.
• ▸Farmers are facing urgent weed control challenges due to larger weed sizes from missed applications.
• ▸Residual herbicides are crucial for managing emerging weed problems, especially pigweed and Johnson grass.
• ▸Limited availability of certain herbicides adds pressure on farmers to act quickly.

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• ▸Rice water weevil activity is increasing, particularly in fields not treated with effective insecticides.
• ▸Billbug pressure is peaking, with dead tillers indicating damage; scouting is essential.
• ▸Stink bugs are found in soybeans, especially in the upper ends of uneven fields, requiring targeted management.
• ▸Cotton is experiencing high thrips pressure, with seed treatments showing variable effectiveness; monitoring is crucial.

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• ▸Heavy rainfall has affected weed control across Arkansas.
• ▸Residual herbicides have been effective where applied timely.
• ▸Late-planted crops are facing challenges with weed escapes.
• ▸The dicamba restraining order has been lifted, allowing applications until June 30.

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• ▸Wet conditions are delaying nitrogen applications for rice, impacting yield potential.
• ▸Using the DD50 report helps determine the best timing for nitrogen application.
• ▸Spoon-feeding nitrogen in three weekly doses can optimize yields under wet conditions.
• ▸Delaying nitrogen application beyond recommended dates can lead to yield declines.

Key points pulled from the episode

• ▸Rice water weevil populations are increasing earlier than usual, requiring timely foliar applications.
• ▸Thrips are causing significant damage in cotton, especially in slow-growing conditions.
• ▸Defoliation from armyworms in corn is a concern, but thresholds for treatment are high.
• ▸Limited options for slug control in beans, with Deadline being the primary chemical available.

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• ▸Cotton planting in Arkansas has been delayed due to adverse weather conditions, leading to a late crop.
• ▸Cold temperatures have hindered cotton growth, compounding the challenges for farmers this season.
• ▸Weed pressure, particularly from pigweed, is increasing as cotton struggles to establish itself.
• ▸Timely herbicide applications are critical, but mixing chemicals poses risks to stressed crops.

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• ▸Timely application of residual herbicides is critical to prevent weed emergence.
• ▸Warmer temperatures are expected to increase growth rates of problematic weeds.
• ▸Bolero shortages prompt the use of Prowl as an alternative for grass control.
• ▸Tank mix compatibility issues need careful attention to avoid crop damage.

Key points pulled from the episode

• ▸Loyant coated on urea effectively controls aquatic broadleaf weeds in rice.
• ▸Weed size is crucial for effective control; smaller weeds yield better results.
• ▸Reduced off-target movement makes this method safer for nearby sensitive crops.
• ▸Challenges remain with controlling grass weeds like barnyard grass.

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• ▸Brake herbicide is now approved for use in peanuts under a Section 18 exemption.
• ▸Recommended application rates range from 12 to 16 ounces, depending on soil type.
• ▸Mixing brake with another herbicide like Valor enhances effectiveness.
• ▸Rainfall is critical for activating residual herbicides, with half an inch generally sufficient.

Key points pulled from the episode

• ▸Overlapping residual herbicides is crucial for effective weed control in row rice.
• ▸Timely applications every 14 days help prevent weed escapes.
• ▸Barnyard grass and Palmer amaranth are the top weed concerns for row rice.
• ▸Understanding the specific weed spectrum is essential for selecting the right herbicides.