Enjoy highlights from this year’s tour stops and learn about Van’s contributions over 20+ years.
Tag: specialty crops
The IR-4 Project Helps Growers Gain Ground on Lettuce Drop
In 2022, EPA approved the use of mandestrobin on lettuce for protection against lettuce drop.
IR-4 Petition Yields First Conventional Pesticide Tolerance for Hemp
Ethalfluralin has been approved by EPA for use on hemp seed; this is the first conventional pest management option for hemp growers.
IR-4 Aids in Expanded Fungicide Label for Ginseng Growers
Isofetamid is now an option for rusty root disease management on ginseng. Learn about IR-4’s work securing this new use through EPA.
IR-4 Honors Outstanding Team Members with Awards at 2023 NEC
Employees honored with National Recognition of Excellence Awards, Technical and Meritorious Service Awards
The IR-4 Project Commemorates 60 Years of Impact
2023 marks 60 Years of IR-4. Read more about our project’s impacts and longevity.
Cooperative Effort Yields Powdery Mildew Control Product for Greenhouse Vegetables
EPA has approved new tolerances for Pyriofenone on greenhouse cucumbers and fruiting vegetables.
EPA Approves Post-Harvest Tolerance for Blueberry Growers
EPA has approved a new tolerance for sulfur dioxide on blueberries. Read more here.
From Chickpeas to Quinoa: EPA Expands Legume and Cereal Grain Crop Groups
EPA has released the sixth Final Rule in a series of updates to pesticide crop groups. This update includes new commodities and additional subgroups in Legumes and Cereal Grains.