Across the state of Indiana and the country the first pumpkin and winter squash plants of the season are popping up out of the ground. It is a time of great anticipation and usually triggers a series of phone call and emails to my inbox. Below, I address some of the frequently asked questions about…Read more about Pumpkin Weed Management FAQs[Read More]
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Many of the pesticide products Indiana farmers use do not include specialty crops on the container’s label. These uses are often added through 24C Special Local Need (SLN) labels or supplemental labels, which can be difficult to locate. In response to this, the Office of the Indiana State Chemist created a “Pesticide Products- Special State…Read more about Where to Find “Special” Indiana Pesticide Registrations[Read More]
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive planthopper native to East Asia. It was introduced to the US in 2014 in Eastern Pennsylvania and has since spread to 13 other states including Indiana. The Spotted Lanternfly has 70+ host species including the invasive Tree of heaven (Alianthus altissma), grapes, apples, stone fruit, vegetables, hops, walnuts and…Read more about Keep an Eye out for Spotted Lanternfly[Read More]
Indiana Horticultural Society Field Day, July 27 2021 Hosted by: Wea Creek Orchard 5618 South 200 East Lafayette, IN 47909 The morning schedule is focused on soil health and is organized by the Pence Agronomy Group. The afternoon session concentrates on fruit (and pumpkins). Growers are welcome to attend all parts of the program of…Read more about Indiana Horticultural Society Field Day, July 27 2021[Read More]