October 4, 2001 |
Producers need to pay close attention to weed problems. With our current weather conditions, a high population of weeds have develop and the larger weeds will be more expensive to control.
The biggest decision for producers is whether to defoliate. The leaf grade discount are high enough that most producers are concerned. In most cases they can't afford to kill the leaves and have them remain on the plant. For defoliation, some producers are applying a light rate of desiccant while others are applying defoliants. After the leaves have fallen off the plant, then a desiccant is applied at a high rate.
I have spent several days in September designing, establishing, and evaluating cotton harvest aid tests. Some of the new products being evaluated are very impressive. When the data is analyzed, I will send you a copy of the results.
The ginning dates for District 6 and 7 have not been set. A total of 210 cotton samples is all that were called in. I think there is close to 400 samples to be ginned, but I need the counties to call and confirm their numbers. Don't forget, when your preparing the samples for ginning, the best weight size has been approximately 600 grams.
Shown are weed pictures taken in our Region.
Cheat Bromus secalinus |
Cutleaf Groundcherry Physalis angulata |
Henbit Lanium amplexicaule |
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Khakiweed Alternanthera pungens |
Little Barley Hordeum pusillum |
Red Sprangletop Leptochloa filiformis |
On October 8, there will be a training conducted at Abilene for producers needing to obtain a Private Applicators license. For more details and to register for the meeting, call Gary Bomar at (915) 672-6048.
On October 15, a five hour CEU course will be held at Menard, across the street from the courthouse.
November 6, a three hour CEU course will be held at Sweetwater.
November 19, a six hour CEU course will be held at Eldorado.
December 6, a five hour CEU course will be held at Brady.
December 13, a five hour CEU course will be held at Abilene.
Sincerely,
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