[Fhb-update_ma] FHB Update from VA, 05/07/19

[FHB Updates - Mid Atlantic SWW Region]

Fusarium head blight risk is continuing to increase in parts of Virginia.
Much of the wheat in the southern part of the state is past the vulnerable
flowering stage, but wheat that is at or about to enter flowering may be at
risk. Consider applying a fungicide if risk is moderate to high, especially
on susceptible or moderately susceptible varieties. Wheat that has completed
flowering is no longer at risk. Fungicides should be applied at early
flowering or up to one week later. Do not apply a strobilurin-containing
fungicide since this can increase DON contamination. Recommended fungicides
include Prosaro, Caramba, Proline, and Miravis Ace.

--Hillary Mehl, Extension Plant Pathologist, Virginia Tech

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