Addressing Grass Pressure to Protect Cotton Yields in South Carolina

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August 10, 2024

DATE | May 2024

LOCATION | Dillon, SC

CROP | Cotton

THREAT | Weed Pressure

MISSION | 1 2 3 4 5 6

Early detection of weed pressure is crucial to prevent competition and safeguard crop performance.

PROBLEM

Severe grass pressure was detected in several cotton fields for a grower in South Carolina.
Although the stand count appeared solid, there was a significant risk of competition from weeds that needed to be addressed immediately.

RECOMMENDATION

Swiftly assess the situation to identify the appropriate chemistry required to eliminate the weeds.
Revisit the field after the respray to determine if additional action is necessary.
Leverage this experience and weed identification data to establish a more effective herbicide program for the following year.

OPPORTUNITY

Early detection revealed that the initial burndown was ineffective, presenting an immediate opportunity to apply corrective herbicide products.
Providing this critical information to the grower, when others cannot, offers a competitive advantage.
Establishing a proactive approach to weed management enhances the grower’s ability to maximize cotton yields and profitability.

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