Yellow Nutsedge Weed Flora of Mississippi Family: Cyperaceae Genus: Cyperus Species: esculentus History: Native to North America and is common throughout most of the United States.It is found worldwide in warm and temperate zones, including most of the Eastern Hemisphere,
Green Foxtail Weed Flora of Mississippi Family: Poaceae Genus: Setaria Species: viridis History: Native to Eurasia. It has many common names, including green foxtail, green bristlegrass, pigeon grass, and wild foxtail millet. It is sometimes considered a subspecies of Setaria
Dallisgrass Weed Flora of Mississippi Family: Poaceae Genus: Paspalum Species: dilatatum History: Native to Brazil and Argentina, but it is known throughout the world as an introduced species. It is present in the southern half of North America, southern
Yellow Foxtail Weed Flora of Mississippi Family: Poaceae Genus: Setaria Species: pumila History: Native to Europe. It has many common names, including yellow foxtail, yellow bristle-grass, pigeon grass, and cattail grass. Life Cycle: Summer annual Special Characteristics: It grows
From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Jason and Tom talk all things fall burndown for Italian ryegrass. Every October, the discussions are similar but the years always offer something a little different. Topics include fall-applied residual herbicide timings, product selection,
Registration All means are provided free of charge if you preregister by November 24th. Registration after November 24th, including at the door, will be $40. Hotel Rooms in the hotel block must be booked by November 9th. Courtyard Marriott, connect to
As of this week, the two-spotted cotton leafhopper has been confirmed in very low numbers in two counties within the state. We will continue monitoring populations throughout the fall and will resume surveillance efforts in the spring. For more information
Rice delphacid is a non-native planthopper pest of rice. This insect has occurred in the rice growing area of Southeast Texas since ca. 2015. It has been a sporadic problem in second crop or ratoon rice in this area. During
Don and Tyler visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for one last Bugcast for the year. They team up to break down the final push of insect pressure as the growing season winds down. From stink bugs in
Bobby Golden visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to begin a discussion of soil testing and fertility programs for 2026. As combines roll out of the fields, it’s time to shift gears from harvest to the foundations of 2026. Bobby, Jason,
Catch this week’s episode for weed control strategies in late summer and early fall. Tom Eubank visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to brainstorm ideas on weed control during late summer and into fall. Whether it’s postharvest in corn
Justin Calhoun calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to dive into the major factors that influence soybean seed quality at harvest with Tom, Don, and Jason. Topics include how late-season pathogens, insect activity, weather conditions, and harvest timing can
As crops across Mississippi approach maturity, it’s critical to understand the appropriate timing for terminating insecticide applications in both cotton and soybean. Making these decisions at the correct time helps avoid unnecessary input costs without risking yield losses. Below are
Erick called into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to discuss the strategic use of harvest aids to desiccate weeds ahead of corn harvest. Erick, Jason, and Tom cover timings, product options, and key considerations for maximizing effectiveness while minimizing
Jay Mahaffey, renowned agronomist and manager of the Bayer Crop Science Learning Center in Scott, Mississippi, is back in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for an in-depth look at the 2025 Mississippi cotton crop. Jay shares insights on
We welcome you to attend the Row Crop Update at the 2025 Mississippi Agricultural Industry Council Annual Convention. This event is hosted at Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama on Tuesday, July 22 starting at 8:00am.
Over the last few weeks, much of the state has experienced rainfall every few days, creating challenges for pest management in row crops. Unsurprisingly, one of the most common questions that comes up during wet periods is: How rainfast are
Don and Tyler dropped in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio last week to visit with Jason and Tom on what’s going on in the insect world. Don dives into the bollworm situation as corn is drying down. Tyler describes managing
As hot and dry weather becomes more common across Mississippi, spider mite populations have the potential to reach treatable levels in areas. Effective management depends on timely decisions based on field scouting, pest interactions, product selection, and weather forecasts. Consider
As tarnished plant bug (TPB) populations continue increasing across Mississippi cotton acres, it’s important to revisit best management practices (BMPs) to protect yield and profitability. TPB continues to be the most economically significant insect pest in the region, and heavy
Bobby Golden visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to dig into the case of short soybean plants and what it really means for yield potential. Jason, Tom, and Bobby explore the agronomic implications of short soybeans, late-season
Drew Gholson visited with Jason and Tom in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville about best practices for initiating irrigation in corn and soybean. Drew shares how soil moisture sensor data can guide the timing of the first
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