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Strawberries exposed to wind in sandy soils can at times accumulate sand on the leaves themselves and can cause visual damage or worse to the plant. The examples (Fig. 1 and 1B) are of strawberry leaves at t he field edge of a fairly sandy area several days after a period of strong wind.
Micronized sulfur products are often used in strawberry for control of powdery mildew (UC IPM guidelines link: http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/r734100711.html). Exceeding recommended rates, application during hot (>80F) and dry conditions can result in injury to leaves, petioles and fruit.
Glufosinate, usually used as glufosinate ammonium, is an herbicide for control of emerged and established weeds. It is not registered for use in strawberry beds but is being considered for use in furrows with protection of shields to prevent possible contact with strawberry plants.
USDA Organic Seal can only be used on Certified Organic products Regulated by USDA Ag Marketing Service National Organic Program The word 'organic' its use is protected by USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) standards.
Regulated by California Dept of Food & Agriculture Organic Program Complete online application The application is then routed to the Sonoma County Dept of Ag for review and approval The reviewer will ask for additional info if necessary i.e.
Regulated by California Department of Public Health Organic Food Processors Program Organic Processed Product Registration (OPPR) is required for all entities that handle and/or make processed food or cosmetics that are sold as organic. OPPR application.
Agricultural cutting fires permit requirements differ from those of Prescribed Burns. Visit Prescribed Burns to learn more. To conduct any outdoor burning (beyond fire pits), approval must be obtained from your local district of the California Air Resources Control Board (CARB).
Preventive Controls Rule (aka Facility Rule): Requires that food facilities have safety plans that set forth how they will identify and minimize hazards. For facilities that manufacture, process, pack or hold food for human consumption.
