- (Focus Area) Pest Management
- Author: Konrad Mathesius
- Contributor: Cassandra Swett
- Contributor: Sarah Light
Winter temperatures this year have fluctuated from above average early in the season to slightly below average in February. Along with generally warmer temperatures, rain and humidity have been higher than average. The interplay among these factors mean that risk of stripe rust outbreaks may be greater this year than normal.
Stripe rust (caused by the fungus Puccini striiformis) is an important disease in wheat and barley (different strains for each). It is also one of the most noticeable (Image 1). Stripe rust outbreaks can lead to significant yield loss, but the presence and severity of the disease typically varies from year to year. Three factors,...
- Author: Tunyalee Martin
- Author: Gene Miyao
- Contributor: Michelle Leinfelder-Miles
- Contributor: Konrad Mathesius
Guest authors Tunyalee Martin, with the UC IPM Program, and Gene Miyao, farm advisor, describe a parasitic plant that has been found in some parts of Yolo County and the Delta. Growers of all annual crops should be on the lookout and contact their local Ag Commissioner if they come across any in their fields.
Help in the fight against invasive species by learning more about California Invasive Species Action Week. Article from Martin and Miyao with additional information below:
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