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Waterhemp's Resistance to Herbicide Linked to Single Gene

By Lauren Quinn posted on November 22, 2023 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Waterhemp, the aggressive weed threatening corn belt crop production, is throwing curveballs once again, according to researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The weed has famously developed resistance to not 1 or 2, but 7 herbicide sites-of-action classes, nearly exhausting the chemical tools farmers can use to defend their livelihood.

Scout for Palmer Amaranth & Waterhemp to Prevent Spread with Combine

Make plans now to prevent the spread of Pennsylvania's herbicide-resistant weeds.

October 20, 2023 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Penn State Extension

Due to dry conditions early in the production season, we are seeing more Palmer amaranth and waterhemp escapes in no-till soybean fields this year.

Waterhemp on the Rise

April 25, 2023 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Ohio State University Extension

This increase in the presence of waterhemp is concerning, as it is a very prolific weed and can take over fields in just a couple of growing seasons.

Removal, Combine Cleaning Key to Fight Palmer and Waterhemp

September 22, 2022

Localized populations of these species found on headlands or field margins likely represent a new introduction. Populations that are distributed throughout fields are likely a sign that these species have gone undetected for more than one year.

Weed Management Tactics to Try at Harvest Time

September 9, 2022 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

Planting delays gave an incredible advantage for weeds in some fields in 2022, enabling weeds to germinate and emerge at the same time as crops in 2022. It is important that farmers do what they can to limit weed seed production and movement to help prevent weed infestations in the future.

[Video] Tracing the Source of Palmer Amaranth and Waterhemp Infestations

March 19, 2020 | Posted in Crop Protection

Depending on the species, weeds spread with the help of wind, water or by other means, but human factors seem to be the best way to spread weeds from field to field, across a state, from state to state and even from one country to a different one.

Waterhemp Seed Retention for Harvest Weed Seed Control

October 24, 2019

For HWSC to be effective, waterhemp must retain the majority of seed prior to harvest.

Superweed Resists Another Class of Herbicides

August 17, 2019 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: CropLife

In a new study from the University of Illinois, scientists document waterhemp’s resistance to yet another class of herbicides, known as Group 15s. The study provides the first documentation of a non-grass plant to be resistant to Group 15 herbicides.

Mid-Season Weed Control Issues 2018

July 20, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

As we proceed through the growing season, there are a few issues surrounding weed control and herbicide use. This article introduces some to consider.

FMC Launches New Authority Supreme Herbicide in U.S. and Canada

March 8, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection, Products

It controls a spectrum of weeds including waterhemp, Palmer amaranth, pigweed, nightshade, lambsquarters, kochia, morningglories, smartweed, foxtail, barnyard grass and fall panicum.

Last-Minute Planter Prep for No-Tillers & Strip-Tillers

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin-Till, precision specialist Chad Baker, co-owner of Baker Precision Planter Works in Orangeville, Ill., helps a first-generation no-tiller with planter setup, and later encounters a couple problems with a strip-tiller’s new 24-row planter. Plus, veteran agronomist Brad Forkner checks in with a couple tips for farmers to keep in mind before they take the field.

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Items Tagged with 'Waterhemp'

ARTICLES

Waterhemp's Resistance to Herbicide Linked to Single Gene

Scout for Palmer Amaranth & Waterhemp to Prevent Spread with Combine

Waterhemp on the Rise

Removal, Combine Cleaning Key to Fight Palmer and Waterhemp

Weed Management Tactics to Try at Harvest Time

[Video] Tracing the Source of Palmer Amaranth and Waterhemp Infestations

Waterhemp Seed Retention for Harvest Weed Seed Control

Superweed Resists Another Class of Herbicides

Mid-Season Weed Control Issues 2018

FMC Launches New Authority Supreme Herbicide in U.S. and Canada

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