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Growing Resistance to Stripe Rust with Dr. Xianming Chen
In this episode of the WSU Wheat Beat podcast, USDA-ARS’s Dr. Xianming Chen discusses the progress being made in his stripe rust research program.
New Compliance Requirements Coming to Pesticide Labels
New Endangered Species Protection Requirements are coming to pesticide labels. This article shares how applicators can comply with the new rules.
Some Concerns with Roundup Ready Spring Canola for Italian Ryegrass Control
Drew Lyon shares results of field studies evaluating the benefits of using herbicides with different modes of action, both with and without glyphosate, for the control of Italian ryegrass in glyphosate-resistant spring canola.
Farmer Forum about Using Seed Impact Mills for Weed Control on December 4
GROW is hosting an online Farmer Forum about using impact mills for weed control. If you recently purchased an impact mill system or are considering it, your participation is encouraged.
Recent posts, articles, and podcasts
2023 WSU Wheat Academy: Register today!
The 2023 WSU Wheat Academy is Dec. 12-13 on the WSU Pullman campus. Register today!
What’s Interesting About Late-Maturity Alpha Amylase with Elliott Marston
WSU Ph.D. candidate Elliott Marston shares recent findings about late-maturity alpha amylase, one of the causes of low falling numbers.
A Reminder About EPA Safety Requirements for Paraquat
A reminder for applicators that paraquat has a closed-system container requirement.
Talking Club Wheat with Dr. Kim Garland-Campbell
In this episode, Dr. Kim Garland-Campbell gives an update on her club wheat breeding and cold tolerance programs.
Post-Harvest Nitrogen Assessment: If You Don’t Measure It, You Can’t Manage It
Utilize the Post-Harvest Nitrogen Use Efficiency Calculator to assess your nitrogen management program and help guide future applications.
Staying Upwind of Russian Thistle with Dr. Ian Burke
In this episode, Drew Lyon and Dr. Ian Burke discuss the issues with Russian thistle and why it is a significant problem this year.
Rooted in Resilience: A look at the benefits of Conservation Agriculture Program opportunities
Many conservation goals can benefit both productivity and revenue. Learn more about programs that can offset the cost of trying new conservation practices and explore qualifying conservation practices around nutrient management, IPM, and soil health.
HWSC in the Pacific Northwest: Greene Ridge Farms Tackles Tough Weeds with Seed Impact Mill
The last article and video of a four-part series about harvest weed seed control in the PNW provided by GROW IWM.
Different aspects of drought resilience with Anna Carroll and Anna Buetow
Two undergraduate students who participated in the REEU program discuss drought resilience and how plants use hormone signaling to contribute to growth and maintenance in low water climates.
A new project aimed at combating low Falling Numbers
Dr. Amber Hauvermale discusses a new FFAR-funded project aimed at combating low Falling Numbers in wheat.
The upsides of a Falling Numbers immunoassay rapid test with Dr. Amber Hauvermale
Dr. Amber Hauvermale shares the benefits that can come from a Falling Numbers immunoassay rapid test currently in development.
New Publication Provides Benefits to Pea Weevil Management
With a new WSU Extension publication, producers will benefit from learning how to identify pea weevil, when and how to best sample for it, and the control options if outbreak numbers are detected.
Covering the bases of soil acidity and liming with Emi Eleccion and Heidi Vandyk
In this episode, Drew Lyon interviews two students who participated in the USDA-funded Research and Extension Experience for Undergraduates about soil acidity and liming.
Getting the Most from On-Farm Trials
Carol McFarland (PNW Farmers’ Network) announces the new On-Farm Trials podcast, explains the on-farm experimentation continuum, and discusses how cropping systems co-innovation can bring abundant opportunities.
Volunteer Wheat Control
Controlling volunteer wheat is important to minimize the survival of various insects and diseases from one season’s wheat crop to the next.
(Re)Launching the PNW Farmers’ Network with Carol McFarland
Listen as Carol McFarland introduces the new PNW Farmers’ Network and its On-Farm Trials podcast.
New grant to help grain farmers find low falling numbers sooner
Washington State University will develop a new test that could save wheat growers millions of dollars thanks to a grant from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR).
A review of new winter wheat varieties for Washington
Dr. Clark Neely summarizes results from 2022-23 new winter wheat variety trials.
Understanding Photoperiod Response in Winter Wheat with Dylan Oates
In this episode, Dylan Oates shares why understanding photoperiod response and freezing tolerance is important for wheat breeders and farmers in the Pacific Northwest.
Fire Prevention and Safety Tips During Harvest
With harvest happening across much of eastern Washington, WSU Extension’s Dale Whaley shares some tips for preventing fires.
Featured Articles
HWSC in the Pacific Northwest: Simon Crawford’s First Year with a Seed Impact Mill with Video!
HWSC in the Pacific Northwest: Druffel Farms Adds a Seed Impact Mill to Manage Weeds with Video!
HWSC in the Pacific Northwest: Farmers Lead the Way in this Series with Video!
Tool Box
- Straw Removal Calculator
- Small Grains Variety Selection Tool
- Herbicide Mechanisms of Action (MOA) Tools
- Herbicide Resistant Weeds Map
- Pesticide Information Center OnLine (PICOL) Database
- Soils Tools & Calculators
WSU Variety Selection App!
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Weeders of the West forum
Join the conversation on weeds and their management. Visit the Weeders of the West forum and provide us with your insights into weed management on your farm. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a post.
The latest posts:
WSU Wheat Beat Podcast
The upsides of a Falling Numbers immunoassay rapid test with Dr. Amber Hauvermale
Covering the bases of soil acidity and liming with Eli Eleccion and Heidi Vandyk
(Re)Launching the PNW Farmers’ Network with Carol McFarland
Upcoming Events
- Farmer Forum about Using Seed Impact Mills for Weed Control
- Harvesting Insights with Data-Driven On-Farm Precision Experimentation (OFPE)
- Harvesting Insights with Data-Driven On-Farm Precision Experimentation (OFPE)
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