Be on the lookout for some late-season diseases in wheat across Kansas. Get the latest wheat disease update from K-State Plant Pathology in this article.
Wet weather in many parts of Kansas this week are favorable for both Fusarium head blight (FHB or scab) and stripe rust development. In this article, we walk through some reminders for fungicide applications for each of these diseases. Timing of treatment is key!
Wheat is moving into the flag leaf stage across Kansas, and many are wondering about the stripe rust outlook. Despite recent rain, the risk remains low thanks to limited disease pressure in Texas and Oklahoma. This article explains why stripe rust is unlikely to be a major issue this season and what other diseases, like leaf rust, should still be on your radar.
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Recent wet weather has brought on an increased risk of Fusarium head blight (scab) and leaf spotting diseases in parts of the state. Stripe rust has been detected at low levels in Ford and Labette counties. This article updates current disease risks in Kansas and fungicide application reminders.