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Spider Mites Dan Anco Clemson Peanut Notes No. 83 2021

Received June 1, 2021A crop consultant in Cameron, SC, found spider mites in peanut today. For the obvious, yes this is early, and the more obvious, yes we are dry. Good things going for us now are…

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Gypsum Rates Peanut Notes No. 82 2021

Gypsum rates vary by product. On page 28 of 2021 Peanut Information we provide product rates based on the percentage of calcium sulfate (gypsum) in that product. For example, a 60% gypsum product…

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Early Season Applications of 2,4-DB in Peanuts Peanut Notes No. 81 2021

2,4-DB is a very effective herbicide. It controls cocklebur and some of the morningglories by itself but is generally considered a component of mixtures with other herbicides. My recommendation is to…

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Molybdenum in Peanuts Peanut Notes No. 80 2021

I received questions about applying molybdenum to peanuts. This micronutrient is an important element in nitrogen fixation by legumes like peanuts (nodule activity.) If soil tests indicate that this…

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Canola and Pumpkin Control in Peanut Peanut Notes No. 79 2021

I received questions about controlling volunteer pumpkin and canola in peanuts. My recommendation on these and many other plants that are weeds is paraquat (8 oz/acre of the 3 lb ai/gal formulation)…

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Benghal Dayflower Peanut Notes No. 78 2021

Although we do not have this weed present on a wide-spread basis, we have had it in some areas under quarantine. Keep your eyes open for this type of dayflower. You might notice it in Roundup Ready…

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Thrips and Spider Mites Peanut Notes No. 77 2021

See Rick's previous note on thrips control and building of spider mite populations. Avoid mowing paths, ditch banks and other areas where spider mites may be congregating. This can potentially cause…

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V-C Crop Report May 26 2021 Peanut Notes No. 76 2021

The most recent crop report is attached below:VC Report May 26 2021 update

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Dan Anco Comments Clemson May 24 Peanut Notes No. 75 2021

LLS on VolunteersLimited late leaf spot lesions have been found on a few susceptible volunteers from fields that have had severe infections and heavy digging losses last year. Whenever possible,…

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Paraquat Application Under Hot and Dry Conditions Peanut Notes No. 74 2021

Question:With the prospects of better rainfall this week, I am concerned with the proper handling of Gramoxone in a peanut spray program. How should we change our programs during times of drought and…