[Fhb-update_cgp] FHB Update from KS, 05/08/18

[FHB Update - Central GP, Hard Winter Wheat]

Wheat in southeast Kansas is currently at the heading and flowering stages
of growth that are most vulnerable to infection by the Fusarium fungus. The
risk maps currently indicate the risk of severe head blight, but given
recent rains and humidity, I believe the risk may be greater than predicted.
Wheat growers in Southeast portion of the state should consider protecting
their crop with a fungicide. Prosaro, and Caramba are the best available
fungicide options for FHB management. Folicur or generic tebuconazole
fungicides would also be an option. Fungicides containing strobilurin active
ingredients are not labeled for control of Fusarium head blight and should
be avoided. 

--Erick DeWolf, Extension Plant Pathologist, Kansas State University

For more details, go to the FHB Risk assessment tool at
http://www.wheatscab.psu.edu

For the latest news and updates from the U.S. Wheat & Barley Scab
Initiative, go to https://www.scabusa.org