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With Cercospora leaf spot developing
resistance to some fungicides currently
in use, it is important for growers to use
the right mixture of actions to combat the
potentially devastating disease.
Photo courtesy USDA-ARS Northern Plains Ag Research
Lab, Sidney, Mont.
program: Lucento from FMC. This
tool is a pre-mix of two fungicides:
flutriafol (triazole) and bixafen
(SDHI)—offering long-lasting residual
disease control with some curative
activity. By using Lucento fungicide
with a broad-spectrum fungicide like
mancozeb, copper or TPTH/tin as a
first or second application in the spray
program, growers can reduce the
selection pressure on other important
fungicides.
With all these considerations
in mind, it takes time to evaluate
previous fungicide programs
successfully. We need to closely
assess new and old tools, weigh
field condition factors and examine
financial goals. But if there's one piece
growers should consider above all,
it's practicing fungicide stewardship.
These fungicides are precious tools,
and it is our responsibility to protect
them to ensure their effectiveness for
years to come. n
Always read and follow all label
directions, restrictions and precautions
for use. Some products may not be
registered for sale or use in all states.
Lucento fungicide may not be registered
for sale or use in all states. FMC, FMC
logo and Lucento are trademarks of
FMC Corporation or an affiliate.
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