Tag: fire ants
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South Carolina Field Update (October 26, 2026): Strawberry Planting Continues

Strawberry planting continued last week and should start to wrap up this week. The weather so far has been great for planting, though growers should be cautious about plants drying out since we don’t have much moisture in the forecast. Other fall crops are looking great. Key Takeaways for Growers This Week Strawberry planting continues…
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South Carolina Field Update (October 19, 2026): Fall, is that you?

Cooler temperatures have arrived and the break from the heat is welcomed. Armyworms and fire ants are on the rise so keep an eye out for pests and act quickly if you find either in your fields. New training resources for strawberry planting crews were published recently, including English and Spanish-language planting videos. Key Takeaways…
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Weekly Field Update – 11/24/25

We hope everyone has a happy Thanksgiving and is able to enjoy a little time off with friends and family! After some spring-like weather, temperatures are expected to cool down again this week. Fields are very dry right now so growers need to ensure they are watering adequately. Insect and disease pressure is relatively low.…