The first reports of stripe rust in Ontario came from south of St. Mary’s yesterday. Disease pressure is low however, being proactive is KEY to managing this disease. Later planted fields with susceptible varieties would be the ones to watch first. Significant yield losses can occur if not managed swiftly. Read more to find how to effectively manage stripe rust.
In the news over the last two weeks we have learned about stripe rust moving north already, Record Breaking wheat yields are being harvested and lower wheat acres are expected in some major growing areas in North America!
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