- * U of I researchers conducted research on this subject over a two-year period. Simulated hail damage (via string mowers) was applied at the at the V12 stage followed by applications of foliar fungicides. Overall, the study showed that the fungicides did not provide any yield benefit to hail-damaged corn.
- A University of Wisconsin study examined different corn hybrids and fungicides for their reaction to anthracnose. During the course of the study, hail naturally damaged the corn in the trial. Although the hail did reduce yields, fungicides did not improve plant health or result in improved yields. A soybean trial that was conducted at the same time and also damaged by hail showed no differences between fungicide treated plots vs. untreated controls.
- Iowa State University studies indicate that hail damage to soybean at R4 (full pod) caused less yield loss than hail damage at R1 (beginning bloom). In corn, hail damage at R2 (blister stage) caused more yield loss than hail damage at VT (tasseling). A fungicide application – either immediately following injury or applied several days afterward – did not have an effect on yield.
USA - No yield boost with fungicides on hail-damaged crops
14.07.2020 141 views2024 AgroInsurance International Conference: New Partners and Agenda updates
26.02.20242024 AgroInsurance International Conference will take place on June 3-5, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Planet Labs (USA) and GAF AG (Germany) are sponsors of our conference. Agremo (Serbia) has been confirmed as the Organization Partner. More partners and sponsors to be announced in March 2024.
Spain - 30% of La Palma's banana production has already been lost due to the advance of the lava
14.10.2021More than three weeks after the Cumbre Vieja volcano erupted, the lava that continues to flow from its interior continues to devastate everything in its path, destroying houses, infrastructure, and banana plantations. The production of Platanos de Canarias is the economic engine of the island, accounting for 50% of its GDP and 30% of the jobs on the island.
Canada - How Sask.'s new budget does and doesn't address climate change
The world is facing record heat from human-caused climate change brought on by carbon dioxide and methane emissions, but the words "climate change" don't appear once in Saskatchewan's newly released 75-page 2024-25 budget.
Kenya - How crop insurance is transforming agriculture
Kenyan farmers continue to face challenges due to unpredictable weather conditions. As a result, they are turning to insurance coverage for their crops and livestock. Insurance experts have reported that most farmers who are insuring their crops are smallholders who rely on rain-fed agriculture and use low-technology farming methods.
USA - How spring temperature fluctuations, early blooms are impacting Centre County fruit farmers
Plenty of people in Centre County got outside to enjoy temperatures in the 60s and 70s earlier this month, but spring weather fluctuations continue to cause concern for local fruit farmers.
USA - Farmers use helicopters to warm crops amid spring freezes
An early spring this year means more work for farmers as early blooms face freezing temperatures. Les Dozier's Sta-N-Step Farms has served Northwest Arkansas since 1989. His farm is one of many facing freezing temperatures that could ruin crops.
Ireland - Potato will be scarce by June, farmers praying for rain to stop
Farmers have to "watch, hope and pray" for a "sweet spot" of dry weather in the coming weeks or many will have to debate whether to plant at all this year. As continuous rainfall adds to already saturated ground, many big and small potato farmers are warning that the Irish favourite variety of Rooster may be in scarce supply by June.
USA - Several metro Atlanta counties declared natural disaster zones after severe drought
More than 30 Georgia counties — including 10 in metro Atlanta — have been designated “primary natural disaster areas” by the United States Department of Agriculture, the agency announced Thursday.
Turkey - Climate change may affect grape cultivation
A recent study has highlighted the impact of the climate crisis on viticulture in Turkey, predicting that the expected rise in temperatures and reduced rainfall could shift the suitability of vineyard regions for grape production over the next three decades.
Crop crisis reveals El Niño’s toll on Southern Africa
New findings from the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (Enso) reference group highlight the significant impact of the 2023/24 El Niño event on various aspects of climate and agriculture in Southern Africa.