Plant Health
How to Identify Two-Spotted Spider Mites in Hemp
Early detection is key to managing two-spotted spider mites in hemp. Auburn University researchers share how to recognize them and their damage. Identification Spider mites are small arachnids related to spiders, ticks, and scorpions. Their appearance is oval-shaped, yellowish-green or reddish-brown with two dark spots on each side of their... more »
Extension Team Requests Grower Input On Research Priorities
Alabama’s third growing season for hemp is underway. With this ‘new’ crop, the Extension crops team is looking to identify best management practices to ensure hemp’s sustainability. This includes identifying the types and distribution of major insects and diseases across the United States and Canada. A group of hemp research... more »
Research Outlines Effects Of Herbicide Drift On Hemp
Adding to a growing body of research about hemp cultivation, UC Cooperative Extension advisor Sarah Light and UCCE weed specialist Brad Hanson studied the symptoms of herbicide drift on this high-value commodity that is now being produced in many parts of California. The results are available in a free downloadable... more »Front Range Biosciences’ Clean Stock Program Fights Hop Latent Viroid In Cannabis
Front Range Biosciences, a cannabis and hemp genetics platform company, has released the results of a case study demonstrating the effectiveness of using tissue culture as part of a Clean Stock program to clean plants infected with Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd), ensuring a stable and consistent supply of healthy, disease-free... more »Griffin Greenhouse Supplies Publishes 2021 CEA Catalog
Griffin, one of the largest horticultural brokers and suppliers in the United States, has added a new CEA catalog to its series of already published catalogs for the grower industry. This latest catalog features new products, success stories, bonus digital content, and the ability to interact with QR codes. "We... more »Ohio Company Begins Producing Single-Step Liquid Fertilizer
In late 2020, British biochemist and plant scientist, Dr. Russell Sharp, announced a major breakthrough in both hydroponics and soil cultivation. Gold Leaf is the world's first, true single-step liquid fertilizer to contain every essential plant nutrient in one bottle. Gold Leaf is now being manufactured in the US., and... more »
