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Sp277-O-Root Rots And Seedling Disease Of Beans And Peas, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Sp277-O-Root Rots And Seedling Disease Of Beans And Peas, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Insects, Pests, Plant Diseases and Weeds
Root rots, seed rots and damping off (death of seedlings before or after emergence) are major diseases of snap beans, lima beans and Southern peas. Seed rots and damping off are collectively referred to as seedling disease. These diseases cause poor stands and reduced plant growth and yield. The fungi that cause seedling disease and root rots can be found in most soils, but the occurrence of these diseases is unpredictable. When conditions are favorable for vigorous plant growth, root rot fungi do little damage. These fungi can survive in the soil for long periods and can be moved with …
W187-Pesticide Safety Education Program (Psep) Online - Users Guide For Pesticide Applicators, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
W187-Pesticide Safety Education Program (Psep) Online - Users Guide For Pesticide Applicators, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Insects, Pests, Plant Diseases and Weeds
The Private Applicator (PA) Initial Certification and Recertification Programs can now be completed online! The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is presently certifying PAs until October 21, 2011. The PA recertification program may be used between January 1 and October 21 of the third year of the three-year certification program. The CA CORE presentation may be presented only by the PSEP coordinator or Extension agents. It may not be viewed by CAs at their home or office computers.
All information needed for your successful use of this online program is given below.
Sp341-B-Sorghum Webworm In Grain Sorghum, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Sp341-B-Sorghum Webworm In Grain Sorghum, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Insects, Pests, Plant Diseases and Weeds
The sorghum webworm (Figure 1) is an occasional pest of sorghum in Tennessee. Grain sorghum that is planted in late June can become severely damaged by this insect. Heavy infestations of webworms may completely destroy a developing grain head.
Sp503-A-Squash Vine Borer, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Sp503-A-Squash Vine Borer, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Insects, Pests, Plant Diseases and Weeds
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Sp277-Y-Blossom-End Rot, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Sp277-Y-Blossom-End Rot, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Insects, Pests, Plant Diseases and Weeds
Blossom-end rot is a common problem of peppers, tomatoes and watermelons. It is most often seen in home gardens, but has been quite a factor in droughty years in commercial plantings of these crops.