Addressing Grass Pressure to Protect Cotton Yields in South Carolina

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August 10, 2024

DATE | May 2024

LOCATION | Dillon, SC

CROP | Cotton

THREAT | Weed Pressure

MISSION | 1 2 3 4 5 6

Early detection of weed pressure is crucial to prevent competition and safeguard crop performance.

PROBLEM

Severe grass pressure detected in several cotton fields for a grower in SC
Early weed detection showed the burndown was ineffective
Stand count seemed to look solid; however there is a high chance of competition in the field and should be addressed A.S.A.P

RECOMMENDATION

Swiftly assess the situation to identify the appropriate chemistry required to eliminate the weeds.
Revisit the field after the respray to determine if additional action is necessary.
Leverage this experience and weed identification data to establish a more effective herbicide program for the following year.

OPPORTUNITY

immediate opportunity to place herbicide products to correct the issue this season and upsell better residual program next season
Grower saw yield increase of 64 lbs=$44 per acre, retailer sold an additional herbicide application=$25 per acre this season and next

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