Tag: hot
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South Carolina Field Update (July 27, 2026): Fall Planting Has Begun
The rain forecast last week never really materialized, as most places received only a few light showers. This week looks to be another hot one. Growers have begun planting crops for fall harvest. Disease pressure remains high across the state. Key Takeaways for Growers This Week Statewide Report Tony Keinath, Extension Plant Pathologist Lowcountry Report…
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South Carolina Field Update (July 20, 2026): Scout for Two-Spot Cotton Leafhopper
Last week was hot and humid, though it looks like we may get some slightly lower temps this week. We’re on high alert for the two-spot cotton leafhopper, as it was found in SC about this time last year. So far, there have been no confirmed sightings. Key Takeaways for Growers This Week Statewide Report…
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South Carolina Field Update (July 13, 2026): Rain Brings An Increase in Disease
Over the last week, most of the state received rain from afternoon storms. Disease has increased as a result. Watermelons and peaches are still coming in with good quality and volumes. Other crops are finishing early due to the heat. Key Takeaways for Growers This Week Lowcountry Report Anna Sara Hill Zack Snipes Midlands Report…
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South Carolina Field Update (July 6, 2026): Triple Digit Heat Index
Another hot week in SC with little to no rain across much of the state. Insect pressure continues to be relatively high in areas and if we get afternoon thunderstorms, as predicted, disease pressure may also be on the rise with increased moisture. A reminder that if you plan to apply for the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Field Update (June 29, 2026): Heat For the 4th
It’s going to be a hot week as we prepare for Independence Day. But the weather will be perfect for enjoying some cold watermelon and juicy peaches. Watermelon harvest is going strong with high yields reported. Disease is popping up in places as rain has created favorable conditions. Key Takeaways for Growers This Week Lowcountry…
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South Carolina Field Update (June 22, 2026): Watermelon Season Is Here
Watermelon harvest is wide open as summer officially begins. Disease and insect pressure have increased since most of the state has received some rain. Sunscald is appearing on some crops with sparse canopies to protect them from the sun. Vascular diseases are becoming a problem in crops across the state. South Carolina farmers can receive…
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Weekly Field Update – 9/3/24
The weather has turned dry over much of the state. Muscadines are coming to harvest as planting begins for some fall crops. Strawberry growers are still scrambling to make arrangements for the rapidly approaching planting season. See details below. Keep an eye on the Upcoming Events tab periodically so you don’t miss anything. Also, check…
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Weekly Field Update – 8/16/21
Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “Its hot and humid in the Lowcountry. Fall tomato and watermelons are in the ground and enjoyed a week of mostly dry weather. Okra and sunchokes, aka Jerusalem artichokes, are loving this heat. With the exception of those crops, there aren’t too many crops in the ground right now. I am…
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Field Update – 7/27/20
Coastal Zack Snipes reports, “It has been a hot week in the Lowcountry. Most spring and summer crops have finished up. Ground is being prepared and planted for fall crops. I have received a few texts from growers that have yellow dots on their zucchini plants, which is downy mildew. Even in this heat downy…
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Field Update – 7/20/20
Statewide Dr. Matt Cutulle reports, “It is always good to control goosegrass even if it is past the critical period for competition with the crop. Lack of late-season control made hand-harvesting tomatoes difficult in the field pictured below. Also, there will be a huge deposit of goosegrass seeds into the soil seed bank for next…
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