Fusarium Wilt Problematic on Chrysanthemum in 2020
The number of chrysanthemum samples diagnosed with Fusarium wilt this year is well above average, according to NC State …
Pest Management
Pumpkin Downy Mildew Found in Surry County, North Carolina
Written by Lina Quesada-Ocampo and Kimberly D’Arcangelo Cucurbit downy mildew, caused by the oomycete pathogen Pseudoperonospora cubensis, has been confirmed …
Cucurbit Downy Mildew Confirmed in Western NC (8/14/2020)
Cucumber Downy Mildew (CDM) has been confirmed on cucumber plants in our sentinel plot in Waynesville, NC (Haywood County). …
Late Blight on Tomato Confirmed in Buncombe County, 7-17-20
Late blight on tomato was confirmed in Buncombe County on July 17, 2010, and confirmed by microscopic observation of …
High Target Spot Pressure in NC Tobacco
Persistent wet weather conditions continue to cause issues for tobacco diseases across the state. In particular, target spot, caused …
Cucumber Downy Mildew Found in Johnston County
Written by Lina Quesada-Ocampo and Brandon Parker Cucumber downy mildew, caused by the oomycete pathogen Pseudoperonospora cubensis, has been found …
Scout for Late Blight on Tomato and Potato
With the current temperatures in the 60’s and 70’s and cloudy skies, conditions are conducive for late blight to …
Last Week in Farm Law (June 5, 2020): 9th Circuit Dicamba De-Listing, Farm Act Passes NC Legislature Sans Smokeable Hemp Ban, SSAWG Closes
9th Circuit Suspends Listing of Dicamba Last week on June 3, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ordered the EPA …
Cucumber Downy Mildew Confirmed in North Carolina
Written by Lina Quesada-Ocampo, Kimberly D’Arcangelo, Mike Adams, and Tommy Batts Cucumber downy mildew (CDM) was confirmed on a cucumber …
NC State PDIC to Expand Modified Operations
This announcement was updated Friday May 29th, 2020 from a previous version The NC State Plant Disease and Insect …
Asian Giant Hornets Not a Problem for NC Beekeepers...yet?
There is a viral news story circulating about the “murder hornet,” the unfortunate moniker of the Asian Giant hornet, Vespa …
Asian Giant Hornets Not a Problem for NC Beekeepers...yet?
There is a viral news story circulating about the “murder hornet,” the unfortunate moniker of the Asian Giant hornet, Vespa …
Increase Success With Your Vegetable & Ornamental Transplants!
Whether you are a commercial grower or a homeowner wanting to produce your own transplants, avoiding diseases, such as …
Section 18 Label Renewal Has Been Approved for Use of Mertect (Thiabendazole) for Black Rot Control in Sweetpotato Postharvest in Domestic Markets
From Madison Stahr and Dr. Lina Quesada-Ocampo The environmental protection agency (EPA) has renewed the specific exemption section 18 emergency …
2020 Tomato and Pepper Fungicide Spray Guides for North Carolina
Fungicide spray guides for tomato and pepper have been updated for 2020! These guides are intended for commercial growers as …
Modified Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Operations
UPDATE: In order to comply with the latest NC State University policy, the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic will now …
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Holiday Schedule
North Carolina State University, including the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, will be closed the week of December 23–27, …
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours for the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
The NC State University Plant Disease and Insect Clinic will be closing for the Thanksgiving holiday starting at 1:30 …
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Resuming Regular Services for Hemp
The NC State University Plant Disease and Insect Clinic (PDIC) is resuming normal services for hemp disease diagnosis. Please …
Protective Measures of Beehives During Hurricanes
With the track of tropical storm Isaias poised to make a significant impact on North Carolina, there are some …
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