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Insect Management Considerations for Alabama Peanuts in 2021 March 9, 2021 3 min read As we turn the page on 2020 and move ahead to 2021, it’s never too early to think about insects. Although we can’t predict specific issues we will face during the growing season in March, we can think about what we may encounter and ways to mitigate loss from various pests. As we discuss some issues, keep in mind that scouting and spraying only when necessary is the best way to maximize the return on investment and mitigate the risk of flaring secondary pests.
Snails and Slugs Snails and slugs are a growing issue for many producers in the southeast. Although snails are not known to feed on plants like slugs, they can cause issues with contamination at harvest. Slugs and snails tend to heavily infest fields during years that are wet and in fields with high plant residue (reduced/no-till). Unfortunately, few control option ....