Tobacco Barn Rots Barn rot is a common issue in flue-cured tobacco and can cause major losses during curing. Affected leaves blacken, break down quickly, and do not cure properly. The disease can be caused by either bacteria or fungi, both of which thrive under warm, humid conditions. Decay usually appears on infested leaves during the ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
As the 2025 season wraps up, were shifting into fall and winter mode. InTobacco Connection Vol. 2., Num. 4 (Fall 2025 Update), we are welcoming our interim tobacco agronomist, … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
As we get closer to harvest, get timely updates on labor, insect control, and curing in Tobacco Connection: Vol 2, Num. 3 (Summer 2025 Update). ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
As the end of the tobacco season approaches, we’ve had some reports of grasshoppers, budworms, and hornworms in the field. Check out the new fact sheets below for details about the biology, damage, and management of these tobacco pests. Tobacco Budworms Grasshoppers in Tobacco ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
To help growers determine the potential of management practices for TSWV, we have created step-by-step guides on how to use the Tobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predictor to create Current Year TSWV Risk Assessments and Historical TSWV Predictions. Growers are strongly encouraged to create their own models using the information from their fields and season dates to plan for Tomato Spotted Wilt ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
With TSWV showing up in more fields this season, Lorena Lopez and I pulled together a quick factsheet on Tomato spotted wilt virus and thrips management in tobacco.Check it ou … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
To help growers determine the potential of management practices for TSWV, we have created step-by-step guides on how to use theTobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predict … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
Layby is around the corner! Get timely updates onweed, sucker, disease, and insect control in Tobacco Connection: Vol 2, Num. 2 (Spring 2025 Update).| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
To help growers determine the potential of management practices for TSWV, we have created step-by-step guides on how to use the Tobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predictor to create Current Year TSWV Risk Assessments and Historical TSWV Predictions. Growers are strongly encouraged to create their own models using the information from their fields and season dates to plan for Tomato Spotted Wilt ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) is one of the most persistent and easily spread viruses in tobacco. Here’s what you need to know and how to manage it effectively..tmv-box-gre … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
To help growers determine the potential of management practices for TSWV, we have created step-by-step guides on how to use theTobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predict … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
We want to inform you that the Tobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predictor tool is currently experiencing technical issues. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. At this time, we recommend that growers do not use the tool until further notice. We will provide an update as soon as the tool is fully ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
To help growers determine the potential of management practices for TSWV, we have created step-by-step guides on how to use theTobacco Thrips Flight and TSWV Intensity Predict … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
Check out the Tobacco Connection: Vol 2, Num. 1 (Spring 2025 Crop Update), in preparation for this year’s planting season! ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
Due to the potential for inclement weather this week, NOTICE is hereby given that Tobacco Associates’ check-off referendum has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in each flue-cured tobacco producing county in North Carolina. Flue-cured tobacco growers will vote on continuing their support of export promotion and expansion for US flue-cured tobacco by Tobacco Associates, Inc. ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
Join us on December 19th at 9:00 a.m. for a flue-cured tobacco variety webinar! This event is hosted by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Services in Johnston and Wilso … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
Tropical storms and hurricanes are unfortunate events that are sometimes experienced by people living in North Carolina. Informed decisions must be made in the days before and … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
August 23rd, 2024-In the wake of Tropical Storm Debby, many individuals throughout the tobacco supply chain have asked what the impact will be moving forward. While it is too … Continue Reading| Tobacco Growers Information News - NC State Extension
A field trial was conducted at the Upper Coastal Plains Research Station in Rocky Mount, NC, to evaluate different fungicide programs for managing target spot in tobacco. The study was set up using a randomized complete block design with four replications to ensure reliable results. Each plot was 14.7 feet wide and 50 feet long, ...| tobacco.ces.ncsu.edu
Managing black shank disease in tobacco remains a critical challenge for growers, especially in areas with a history of the disease. To help identify the most effective fungic … Continue Reading| NC State Extension News
