Ford Says
Get the latest from Riceland's crop consultant, Dr. Ford Baldwin.
Ford Says: Field Observations
May 29, 2024: Following are some random thoughts from field observations and phone calls over the past week.
Ford Says: Easter Rain
It seems crazy to say the Easter rain was much needed by some, while others have fields still flooded. However, it is a fact that the rain was welcomed on the rice planted since the last big rains.
Barnyardgrass Battles: One Size Doesn't Fit All
Weeds are emerging in fields where water has recently come off, with barnyardgrass leading the charge. Each field is different, so there's no one-size-fits-all solution. If weeds are up but rice hasn’t emerged, glyphosate (alone or with Command) is a good option.
Ford Says: Early Planting Outlook
The crop season is starting early, and I am available for telephone calls and field visits. Farmers are rolling like I have never seen this early. Lots of rice has been planted, and I hope everyone stays “sprayed up” with the drills.
Ford Says: Command Injury
A phenomenon observed more than usual this year is very defined (and often severe) injury patterns in some fields from clomazone or Command. While it is not uncommon to see old levee patterns, planter patterns, wheel track patterns, tillage patterns, and some soil residual herbicide applications, some of these with clomazone this year seem much more pronounced than usual.
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