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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1992-04-29, Page 13THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29,1992. PAGE 13. Specialist discusses weed control BRIAN HALL FARM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HURON COUNTY Question: Last year I used 2, 4- D to control the weeds in my bar­ ley and mixed grain fields that were not underseeded. The 2,4-D appeared to give some control, however, by harvest the field had a lot of witchgrass and some broadleaf weeds that went to seed last fall. What can I use this year in my spring cereal fields that are not underseeded? Answer: Old witchgrass was quite common last year in some areas. .Witchgrass is an annual grass that germinates from seed each year. In most years, it is late germi­ nating and often not a problem in spring cereals seeded early. I sus­ pect the reason you experienced trouble with this weed last year is that with the cool backward weath­ er following grain seeding, the witchgrass got started before the grain could smother it out. The 2, 4-D that you used last year will not control grasses. The product that will control witchgrass in barley is HOEGRASS 284. This herbicide provides control of sever­ al annual grasses, but will not con­ trol annual broadleaf weeds. If wild oats is the only grass you need to control then you may use the herbi­ cides AVADEX, AVENGE, or HOEGRASS 284. All these prod­ ucts will also take out tame oats. So if you feel you may need to control annual grasses in your spring cereal crop, either grow straight barley or switch to another crop. It is likely the 2, 4-D used last year controlled some of the annual broadleav- s, however, there are some co mi non weeds that both 2, 4-D and MCPA will not control. These include wild buckwheat, smartweed, lady's thumb and chick- weed. The most common products that may be used in spring cereals not underseeded to control these weeds include BANVEL, KIL- MOR, PARDNER, BUCTRIL M, DYVEL, TARGET. The addition of 2, 4-D or MCPA to either BAN­ VEL or PARTNER will improve the control of mustards and several other broadleaf weeds. The combi­ nation of Banvel plus 2, 4-D should not be used on tame oats. MCPA should be used in place of 2, 4-D on oats. To control both the broadleaf weeds and grasses in one pass there are several combinations that may be used. AVENGE (for wild oats) may be tank mixed with either BUCTRIL M or PARTNER. HOE­ GRASS 284 may be used with PARDNER. The drawback to applying your broadleaf and grass herbicide together may be timing. Often the broadleaf weeds emerge earlier together may be timing. Often the broadleaf weeds emerge earlier than the annual grasses and need to be controlled before the grasses reach the proper stage for control. You will need to check the crop before deciding whether to tank mix or use separate treatments. The herbicides that we may use to con­ trol weeds in cereals are all postemergent; applied after the crop is up and the weeds appear. Weeds which are growing during the early period of cereal growth (up to 5 leaf) have the greatest effect on the crop. This means walking your fields to check the crop during early growth while the weeds are small (less than 3 inch­ es). You won't be able to tell much from the road at this early stage. Timing is critical for both crop safety and adequate weed control. Read the label and the “Guide to Weed Control” for correct rates, timing of application, weeds con­ trolled, mixing instructions and safety precautions. TUESDAYS THURSDAYS FRIDAYS L. 10 a.m. Slaughter Cattle & Cows Veal, Goats, Sheep & Lambs Stockers Pigs -6461 11 11 1 a.m. a.m. p.m. CUSTOM HIGHBOY SPRAYING • ROUNDUP, GRAIN, PRE-PLANT, PRE-EMERGE, POST EMERGE, DROP NOZZLEE. Wawanosh class learns ABC’s EDITORS: MS. THORPE-HEARN'S GRADE FIVE/SIX CLASS Kindergarten The Kindergarten class continues to learn their ABC's by playing ABC Bingo. They have been cut­ ting pictures out of magazines that start with consonant sounds. The Kindergartens have been reading some Spring poems for their Big Book. Here is a favourite poem: I do NOT like a rainy day! The road is wet, the sky is grey. They dress me up, from head to toes, In lots and lots of rubber clothes. I wish the sun would come and stay. I do NOT like a rainy day. Grade One Mrs. Brydges' grade one class wished Kyle Campbell a very happy birthday on April 23. On Tuesday, April 21, the class planted marigolds and zinnias. All the girls in the grade one classroom loved finding the chocolate coins that the Easter bunny left for them immedi­ ately following the Easter holidays. Grade Two Mrs. Dodds' grade two class are doing rain activities. They have changed the helper tree and will have an auction in one week's time. Amy Barnes has exciting news. She received a pet gerbil named Ralph from her dad. Craig Marks cele­ brated his birthday on April 23. He was nine-years-old. Happy belated birthday Craig. Mrs. Hessels' grade two class is doing some more activities. They are learning how toy cars spin and go fast. They have learned how far little cars can go. The grade twos were really look­ ing forward to the dental hygienist's visit on April 23, because they were going to learn how to take care of their teeth. On Sunday, April 26. Adam McBumey left for Florida. Candace Procter just received a computer and Samantha Gibson got a pet rab­ bit named “Fluffy”. Travis Hopper got a soccer ball for Easter. Grade Three Miss Mather's grade three class spent Earth Day, April 22, making bumper stickers to remind people to take greater care of the Earth. They also learned the 4R’s Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Refuse. Grade Four Mr. Fisher's grade four class won first at the Walkerton Music Festi­ val. They played their recorders. Congratulations grade four. Heidi Meier won first also in the solo class for recorders. Tim Robinson came in third. Justin Black and Tim Procter also played in the solo class. Well done, every­ one. The class had a poster contest to celebrate Earth Day, April 22, and made a special bulletin board about Earth Day. Grade Five Mr. Kerr's grade five class have been working very hard on their operetta with the grade seven class. It is called “Readin’, ’Ritin’, and Rockin’”. Everyone is welcome to attend on Tuesday, May 5. The fives are working on the multiples of seven this week. Gavin Van Camp had a very interesting “All About Me” bulletin board set up in their classroom. The grade fives want to thank everyone who came out and supported their treat sale. Grade Five/Six The class is still rehearsing steadily for the musical "The Artful Dodgers" which will be presented in less than two weeks. They have almost finished making all the scenery and most of the costumes are in. 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