Folks with Wheat Interest,
Please see the pest alert below from Dr. Angela Post, NCSU Small Grains Extension Specialist, informing growers about multiple reports of stripe rust across NC. It is advised to scout susceptible and moderately susceptible varieties first (see variety selection attachment). There is a fungicide efficacy chart attached to aid with fungicide selection. When scouting, be sure to identify plant growth stage to ensure appropriate time for pre-harvest intervals after fungicide application is made. As referenced on the chart, Growth Stage 10.5 is head fully emerged, 10.51 is beginning of flower, and 10.54 is milk stage (see growth development attachment). If you have any questions, please let me know.
Regards,
Mac Malloy, Agriculture Agent – Field Crops North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Robeson County Center