Numbered Publications: Plant Pathology
CCD-MP-16: Selected Resources for Developing Value-added Products in Kentucky
Cheryl Kaiser | Jul. 27, 2013 (Minor Revision)
The following list is intended to provide Kentucky growers with resources that will help them on their way to adding value to their raw farm products. Included are the names and contact information of pertinent agencies and departments at the University, State, and Federal levels. Links to government regulations and laws related to processing value-added food products are included, as well as links to other selected Internet resources, fact sheets, and guidebooks.
ID-216: An IPM Scouting Guide for Common Problems of Cole Crops in Kentucky
Ric Bessin, Tim Coolong, Kenny Seebold | Jul. 22, 2013 (New)
Cole crops are important as a group, particularly when all acreage of cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts are combined. Spring planted crops may have very different problems associated with them compared to fall crops. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs fill an important role in production of these crops and have enabled growers to improve quality and minimize input costs. IPM uses a combination of biological, cultural, physical, and chemical methods to reduce and/or manage pest populations. These strategies are employed in such a way as to minimize environmental risks, economic costs, and health hazards. Pests are "managed," but not necessarily eliminated, in order to reduce their negative impact on the crop.
CCD-CP-75: Willows for Cuttings
Matthew Ernst, Cheryl Kaiser | Jul. 18, 2013 (Minor Revision)
Willows (Salix spp.), well known for their flexible and vigorous growth, have long been popular in basket and furniture making. A versatile woody plant, various species can also be used for trellises, fencing, floral arrangements, and artistic sculptures. Its fast growth makes willow a popular landscape ornamental, as well as a potential bioenergy crop. This profile will emphasize the production of willows for live cuttings and dried rods.
CCD-CP-29: Dry Beans
Carl Dillon, Cheryl Kaiser, Michael Vassalos | Jul. 15, 2013 (Minor Revision)
Dry beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are beans grown to maturity and harvested for the seeds within the pods. Also referred to as field beans, dry beans are primarily grown in the U.S. for human consumption.
CCD-CP-48: White and Yellow Food-Grade Corn
Matthew Ernst, Cheryl Kaiser | Jul. 15, 2013 (Minor Revision)
Kentucky continues to be one of the leading states in the production of white and yellow corn for food. The demand for food grade corn remains strong, with an increasing demand for white corn for snack food uses. Food grains can be grown for the open market or under contract to dry mill processors. The contract should be in place prior to planting. There is no on-farm market.
PPFS-AG-F-7: Rating Scale for Brown Stripe of Orchardgrass
Leah Saylor, Ray Smith, Paul Vincelli | Jul. 1, 2013 (New)
As of right now, there is little published on how to assess foliar disease severity in forage grasses in order to determine the percentage which may be diseased. This publication provides a tool for visually determining the percentage of diseased foliar tissue in orchardgrass. It is based on the observation of individual leaves; however, it is hoped that eventually a rating system will be devised that provides disease percentages for entire plots.
PPFS-GEN-4: Landscape Sanitation
Amanda Sears, Nicole Ward Gauthier | Jul. 1, 2013 (New)
Diseases can become a significant problem in commercial and home landscape plantings (Figure 1a), resulting in premature leaf drop, dieback, decline, and even plant death. When diseases do occur, it is often presumed that fungicides are the most important and effective disease management tools available. However, a good sanitation program can help reduce the need for chemical controls and can improve the effectiveness of other practices for managing disease. This often-overlooked disease management tool reduces pathogen numbers and eliminates infective propagules that cause disease.
CCD-CP-25: Cereal Straw Production
Matthew Ernst, Cheryl Kaiser | Jun. 21, 2013 (Minor Revision)
Winter small grains, especially wheat and barley, are an important part of the typical crop rotation system of many Kentucky farmers. These crops are primarily grown for their grain; however, harvesting the straw as a secondary product can provide additional income. Harvesting straw as a secondary commodity when grown in a double crop system with soybeans also minimizes harvest residue, which helps the establishment and growth of the following soybean crop. Some growers choose to forgo the grain harvest altogether, producing high quality straw as the main commodity. Other grains, such as rye, oats, and triticale, also have potential for straw production.
CCD-CP-28: Corn for Grain and Silage
Matthew Ernst, Cheryl Kaiser | Jun. 15, 2013 (Minor Revision)
Corn for grain and silage can be produced for on-farm use and/or off-farm sale. There are a variety of local and regional markets for corn in Kentucky, such as local grain elevators. U.S. producers face international competition in the livestock category; corn prices have fluctuated greatly in recent years. Expanded corn markets, as well as the emergence of more uses for corn, could help stabilize future prices. In addition to animal feed, field corn uses include industrial (sweeteners) and energy (ethanol) products
ID-52: What's Wrong with My Taxus?
Rick Durham, Cheryl Kaiser, Lee Townsend, Nicole Ward Gauthier | Jun. 5, 2013 (Major Revision)
Taxus (yew) is an evergreen shrub commonly found in Kentucky landscapes. Numerous conditions can cause these shrubs to exhibit yellowing and browning symptoms. While diseases and insect pests can result in damage, Taxus troubles are often the result of adverse growing conditions. Pinpointing the specific cause requires a thorough examination of the affected shrub, an investigation of the surrounding area, and knowledge of possible stress factors.
