June 9, 2010

Tips for aerial spraying and seeding

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June 9, 2010 — With many reports of weeds getting ahead of the crop, weed control is the big push this week. For excessively wet conditions, we have tips for aerial application of herbicide and for getting a sprayer through the field. The big message here is to know the target weeds and their staging, then plan tank mixes and application rates accordingly.

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