Recognizing and Managing Sting Nematode Problems in Peanuts

Recognizing and Managing Sting Nematode Problems in Peanuts

Most agriculture professionals recognize that plant-parasitic nematodes can drag down peanut yield.  In the Southeast, peanut nematodes are often assumed to be peanut root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne arenaria and Meloidogyne javanica) because they are widespread,...
Peanut Variety Options for the 2019 Season

Peanut Variety Options for the 2019 Season

Last week, I finished the final winter meeting of the year discussing the slate of peanut varieties available (many on a limited basis) for the 2019 season.   The yield test information from across the southeast shows that many of our new peanut varieties have similar...
Friday Feature:  Preventing Peanut Allergies

Friday Feature: Preventing Peanut Allergies

At the recent Florida Peanut Producer’s Banquet, a representative from the National Peanut Board shared what they are doing to help prevent peanut allergies.  Peanut allergies have been a major concern of the industry for some time.  According to the National...