2004 Weed Control Guide for Field Crops


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MSU Extension Bulletin E-434

Printed Bulletin Revised November 2003

By Christy L. Sprague, James J. Kells, Kathrin Schirmacher


Potatoes

Table 6A - Chemical Weed Control in Potatoes:
Preplant followed by Delayed Preemergence
Early Preemergence frollowed by Delayed Preemergence
Delayed Preemergence
Postemergence
 Table 6C - Weed Response to Herbicides in Potatoes


 
Table 6B - Vine Dessication in Potatoes

 
 
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IMPORTANT: READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USING
 Rates are expressed in pounds of active ingredient (a.i.) per acre for the area actually sprayed; rates in formulation column are given as pounds or ligquid measure of product unless otherwise noted.
(NOTE: Commercial rates are expressed in pt or qt or gal or lb or oz).
Apply all agricultural chemicals in accordance with regulations and lablesl as to rates, timing and crops for which they may be used.
Rates recommended in this bulletin are for medium-textured soils with 3% organic matter.
Many herbicides may also be applied as granules or impregnated on dry fertilizer. With these application methods, uniform application of the herbicide is necessary for acceptable weed control.
For incorporated herbicides the recommended mixing depth is 1 to 2 inches.
This publication contains pesticide recommendations based on research and pesticide rgulations. However, changes in pesticide regulations occur constantly. Some pesticides mentioned may no longer be availabe, and some uses may no longer be legal. If you have questions about the legality and/or registration status for using pesticides, contact your county MSU Extension office.

To protect yourself and others and the environment, alwyas read the label before applying any pesticide.


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