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Arkansas Row Crops · Jul 14, 2023
Could a recent regulatory change impact rice pest management strategies? The latest update allows Arkansas rice farmers to use Endigo ZCX for controlling rice stink bugs from July 14 to October 15, with a...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jul 14, 2023
As farmers grapple with moderate stink bug pressure, the urgency for effective control methods is rising. Recent discussions highlight the uncertainty surrounding the Section 18 exemption for Indigo, which could provide a crucial solution...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jul 11, 2023
Could the new Brake herbicide label change how rice farmers manage weeds? The recent approval of Brake for use in furrow irrigated rice has sparked discussions about its application and effectiveness, particularly against problematic...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jun 30, 2023
As farmers grapple with weed control, the question of pigweed resistance looms large. Recent discussions highlight the ongoing struggle with pigweed, barnyard grass, and goosegrass in Arkansas, particularly in northeast regions where environmental conditions...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jun 15, 2023
What if the weeds you thought you had under control are actually becoming a bigger problem? In this episode, the discussion centers around the increasing difficulty of managing sedges, particularly the troublesome white-margined flat...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jun 1, 2023
What if the herbicides meant to control weeds are actually harming your crops? This episode dives into the challenges Arkansas farmers are facing with ALS herbicide injuries, particularly in rice and soybeans. The discussion...
Arkansas Row Crops · May 19, 2023
As farmers prepare to flood their rice fields, the pressure is on to manage weeds effectively. This episode dives into the importance of pre-flood weed control and the unique challenges faced this season, including...
Arkansas Row Crops · May 12, 2023
As rice crops in Arkansas struggle with weed control, growers are facing unexpected challenges this season. The discussion highlights the impact of cold weather on rice growth and herbicide effectiveness, particularly with Provisia and...
Arkansas Row Crops · Apr 18, 2023
Could this be the year of record early corn planting in Arkansas? As farmers across the state begin to plant, the discussion highlights significant regional differences in planting progress due to recent rainfall and...
Arkansas Row Crops · Mar 30, 2023
As Arkansas rice farmers face increasing weed resistance, new herbicide strategies are emerging that could change the game. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of herbicides like Prowl and Bolero, which are currently underutilized but...
Arkansas Row Crops · Mar 13, 2023
As farmers gear up for the planting season, a significant shortage of sharpen herbicide is raising concerns about effective burndown strategies. The discussion highlights the reliance on sharpen for controlling troublesome broadleaf weeds and...
Arkansas Row Crops · Jul 27, 2022
What if changing row spacing could revolutionize weed control in rice? Recent research indicates that narrower row spacings, such as five to seven and a half inches, lead to better canopy coverage and reduced...