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• ▸Pigweed and barnyard grass are the top weed concerns this season.
• ▸Localized resistance issues are emerging, particularly with glufosinate.
• ▸Effective herbicide application is heavily dependent on rainfall and timing.
• ▸Farmers are advised to mix herbicides to enhance effectiveness against resistant weeds.

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• ▸The See and Spray Ultimate uses a dual tank system for targeted herbicide application.
• ▸Sensitivity settings affect the sprayer's ability to detect and spray weeds accurately.
• ▸Research indicates potential for reduced herbicide use with effective application strategies.
• ▸The technology may help mitigate issues with herbicide antagonism during tank mixing.

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• ▸White-margined flat sedge is becoming a major concern for rice farmers due to limited control options.
• ▸Herbicide cutoff timings are crucial as rice approaches reproductive stages, with specific dates for different herbicides.
• ▸Recent rainfall can aid in weed control, making it essential to apply herbicides promptly.
• ▸Maintaining a constant flood in rice fields is vital for effective weed management.

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• ▸Thrips populations are high this season, particularly affecting younger cotton plants.
• ▸Effective herbicide and insecticide mixtures are crucial for managing weed and pest pressures.
• ▸Dry weather is exacerbating stress on cotton, complicating growth and pest control.
• ▸Farmers are advised to separate herbicide applications to minimize stress on struggling cotton.

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• ▸ALS herbicide injury is more prevalent this year due to close planting of crops.
• ▸Farmers are receiving numerous calls about herbicide drift affecting cotton and soybeans.
• ▸Using STS soybeans can help mitigate some herbicide damage, but options are limited.
• ▸Salvage treatments are necessary, with recommendations for specific herbicides like propanil and rice star.

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• ▸Over 90% of rice is planted, with varying growth stages due to weather.
• ▸Pre-flood herbicide applications are critical to manage weeds effectively.
• ▸Farmers are advised to consider individual field conditions for herbicide use.
• ▸Temperature fluctuations may impact crop health and herbicide effectiveness.

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• ▸Cold weather has delayed rice growth and increased herbicide injury.
• ▸Provisia and MaxAce rice varieties are particularly affected by recent conditions.
• ▸Growers are advised to use residual herbicides to manage weed competition effectively.
• ▸New weed species are emerging, complicating weed management strategies.

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• ▸Late-season weed control is critical as planting season approaches.
• ▸Herbicide resistance, particularly with ryegrass and pigweed, is a growing concern.
• ▸Timely application of residual herbicides is essential to prevent weed emergence.
• ▸Mixing herbicides like dicamba and glyphosate presents challenges for effective control.

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• ▸34% of Arkansas soybeans are planted, significantly ahead of last year.
• ▸Residual herbicides are critical for managing pigweed and grass competition.
• ▸Cool, wet conditions may increase herbicide injury risk but are manageable.
• ▸Timely harvesting of early-planted beans is essential to prevent quality loss.

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• ▸Northeast Arkansas farmers are ahead in corn planting due to favorable conditions.
• ▸Wheat has seen some freeze damage, but overall disease levels are low this year.
• ▸Managing early-season weeds, particularly Italian ryegrass, is crucial for yield protection.
• ▸Farmers are advised to monitor corn stands closely and consider replanting if necessary.

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• ▸Early soybean planting is becoming more common, with farmers seeing potential yield benefits.
• ▸Advancements in seed treatments are enabling earlier planting dates, even in February.
• ▸Residual herbicides remain essential for effective weed control, even with early planting.
• ▸The timing of herbicide applications is critical, especially for managing resistant weed populations.

Key points pulled from the episode

• ▸Prowl and Bolero are effective against barnyard grass and flat sedge.
• ▸Timing of herbicide application is critical for managing late-emerging weeds.
• ▸Resistance to common herbicides like NuPath is increasing among barnyard grass populations.
• ▸Mixing herbicides can enhance weed control effectiveness and reduce resistance pressure.