Soybean disease management (1998)

New 12/92, Revised 7/98/7M

Soybean diseases (2008)

"New 9/00; Revised 6/08/6M.""This publication is part of a series of IPM Manuals prepared by the Plant Protection Programs of the University of Missouri. Topics covered in the series include an introduction to scouting, weed identification and management, plant diseases, and insects of field and horticultural crops.""Plant protection programs : College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.""Integrated pest management.

Wheat take-all (1997)

Take-all is a disease of the roots, crown, and stem base of wheat. It interrupts plant development and may seriously suppress yields. A common problem of winter wheat in North America, Take-all occurs in Missouri especially under cool, damp conditions. The name originated in Australia in the middle of the last century when the disease 'took all' seedlings it attacked. In Missouri the disease seldom affects seedlings but more commonly attacks wheat plants at the tillering stage. This publication provides a description of the disease as well as some tips on how to control it

Renewed Interest in Foliar Fungicide Use on Field Crops

Although the use of chemicals or fungicides to control plant diseases can be traced back as far as 1000 B.C., it was not until the 1930\u27s- 1960\u27s that substantial efforts were devoted to the development of non-corrosive and non-phytotoxic fungicides. Among the first of the modern fungicides were the dithiocarbamate fungicides such as thiram, maneb, and zineb. These materials have broad-spectrum activity but are contact, protectant fungicides. Dithiocarbamate fungicides were used for control of field crop diseases and there still are several formulations labeled for use on field crops. Their use has declined because they are protectants that need to be apply prior to disease development or at the first sign of disease development and because as contact materials they are subject to weathering and may need to be reapplied if weather conditions remain favorable for disease development

Aflatoxins in Corn (2010)

Aflatoxin is a term generally used to refer to a group of extremely toxic chemicals produced by two molds, Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus. This publication provides information about aflatoxins in corn

Winter wheat, 2000

"July 2000.""Publication costs paid by Missouri Seed Improvement Association."The objective of the Missouri Winter Wheat Performance Tests is to provide wheat growers in Missouri with a reliable, unbiased, up-to-date source of information that will permit valid comparisons among improved wheat varieties. This information should help Missouri wheat growers select varieties best suited to their particular area and growing conditions. This report summarizes soft red winter wheat variety trials conducted throughout Missouri during the 1999-00 cropping season. No hard red winter wheat test was grown in 2000

Transforming Leadership at Madeira Church Through an Understanding that “The Kingdom of God is at Hand”

The purpose of this doctoral project is to build vital leaders at the Madeira- Silverwood Presbyterian Church through a dynamic understanding of the power and authority of the Kingdom of God revealed during a forty day study involving sermons, small groups, and service. The Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church is located in first generation suburb of Cincinnati, Ohio. During its 130 year history Madeira has been transformed from a small village into a town of nine thousand. This middle/upper-middle class community is known for its safety, tight-knit relationships, and excellence in education. With its own school system, police, fire and library it feels like a small town, but it is just one mile from the finest mall in the region and ten miles from downtown Cincinnati. Madeira is going through a revival as young professionals move in. The busy lifestyles of the upwardly mobile do not leave much time for spiritual development. This project is designed to immerse the congregation into a forty day study of the Kingdom of God in such a way that the power of God’s reign comes alive in the hearts of the members and transforms the church. This project should introduce a new understanding of the “Kingdom of the Heavens” (Matthew 5-7) in four ways. First, a seven week sermon series will introduce the Kingdom of God to the whole congregation. Second, daily devotions will allow personal growth. Third, small groups will give perspective and support to the theological insights. Fourth, service will give a missional emphasis to the new theological understanding. Part One will explore the history of the community and its development into a major suburb of Cincinnati. For more than 120 years, this community has lived in a tension between the priorities of secular education and those of the Kingdom of God and the church. Madeira has a desire to produce high achieving students, athletes, musicians and artists. This culture of success appears to have surpassed the desire for parents to produce disciples of an eternal kingdom. This project will gather leaders to develop a kingdom vision for the community. Part Two will look at the gospel message of Jesus as he said, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospel” (Mark 1:15, RSV). The theological implications of living in the Kingdom will be explored in Scripture, the historical context of the early church, and in the contemporary context. This will provide the foundation for the congregation to enter into forty days of growth. Part Three will focus on creating a pilot project to train leaders in a new and dynamic understanding of the kingdom of God. This phase will create a seven week study program for leaders who will then lead the congregation into a deeper understanding of the Kingdom. Participants will be taught new theological truths, led into deeper relationships with one another, and encouraged to seek avenues of service, as they come to understand the power and authority of God’s Kingdom. Content Reader: Randy Rowland, DMi

The Identification and Management of Sweet Corn Diseases

Diseases can and do cause losses in sweet corn production. Various sweet corn diseases may result in germination and stand establishment problems, losses in yield and reduction in quality. Because of the extreme importance of quality in sweet corn production for either fresh market or processing along with the higher value of sweet corn, disease management in sweet corn production is an excellent opportunity to employ integrated pest management tactics. Sweet corn fields should be scouted on a regular basis to identify diseases present and to assess the severity of these diseases. Emphasis is certainly placed on preventing sweet corn disease problems through the use of resistant hybrids, proper crop rotation, residue management, etc. When scouting indicates disease problems during the season, decisions can be made on additional control measures such as pesticide applications. In general, the most common disease problems on sweet corn might be divided into the early season seed decay and seedling blight problems, foliage diseases, maize dwarf mosaic virus, Stewart\u27s wilt and common smut. Brief summaries of the symptoms caused by these diseases, the conditions favoring each and management strategies currently available for each are given below

Rapid Diagnostic Kits for Plant Diseases

The accurate diagnosis of a plant disease is the most important step in developing an effective management strategy for that disease. Yet diagnosing plant diseases is often difficult and frustrating. Distinctive symptoms may not develop until late in the disease cycle. Many plant diseases fail to produce obvious symptoms or produce general, nondescriptive symptoms, such as yellowing, stunting or wilting, that could be produced by a number of biotic or abiotic factors. Recent advances in molecular biology and biotechnology are being used to develop rapid, sensitive diagnostic kits for detection of plant diseases