Fusarium head blight (head scab) symptoms have started to show up in parts of Kansas, although at low levels. Here are some tips from Kansas State University Extension for controlling this disease.

There's been a heightened focus on spraying fungicides to mitigate associated crop losses in durum wheat due to Fusarium head blight and leaf spots but recent studies by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) may cause farmers to question early and frequent applications of fungicides for control of wheat diseases.

New treatment allows greater flexibility and convenience for head scab control with applications as early as 50 percent head emergence.

Growers shouldn't start planting winter wheat much earlier than the best pest management planting date, as it could increase the risk of yield losses from insects and diseases, excessive fall growth or higher-than-desired soil temperatures, says Kansas State University Extension.

University of Nebraska Extension shares some suggestions for managing wheat diseases in case spring weather increases disease levels in next year's crop.

After a 20-year hunt, Kansas State University researchers have identified the gene responsible for wheat scab resistance and will continue genome editing work in hopes of making plants resistance to the disease.

Ohio State University Extension answers whether growers can plant wheat after wheat, whether there are varieties with good scab resistance, and other important considerations for planting wheat.

Here are some tips from University of Nebraska Extension for growers on managing the threat of stripe rust to make sure a good stand and a healthy, vigorous crop goes into winter dormancy.

Scout fields to see what’s there and pay careful attention to product labels when choosing a foliar fungicide for wheat, says Ohio State University Extension.