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• South Carolina Field Update (April 13, 2026): Insects Are Up, Disease Is Down As Drought Continues

  

  Dry, dusty conditions continue as near-record heat sets in this week. Though overall disease pressure is low, powdery mildew is appearing in multiple crops. The weather conditions are allowing insects and mites to thrive. Clemson Extension agents have been working hard the past year writing a cut flower manual. The new manual will be available…

  Justin Ballew

  April 13, 2026

  Weekly Field Updates

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