[Fhb-update_cgp] FHB Update from KS, 05/25/18

[FHB Update - Central GP, Hard Winter Wheat]

Wheat in most areas of Kansas is now past the flowering stages of growth
that are most vulnerable for Fusarium infection. There may be some late
planted fields in the north central and northwestern regions that are still
flowering. Dry conditions appear to have most of the state at low risk.
There is an area of high risk in southeast KS showing on the risk map today.
This area has received more rain than most areas of the state, however, the
wheat in these counties is already in the dough stages of development that
are less vulnerable to infection. 

Elsewhere in the central great plains, it appears that parts of Nebraska may
be at risk for infection. Growers in this area should consult with local
extension for advice on the need for fungicide applications. 


--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