A chemical control for powdery mildew on sunflowers has now been approved for use. A permit for the use of Tilt 250 in Queensland and NSW has been granted.
According to Pacific Seeds Summer Grains Agronomist, Trevor Philp this will give sunflower growers in affected areas another management technique for the problem.
Powdery mildew has been increasing in severity and occurrence on the later planted sunflower crops.
“Over this summer the QDPI, Syngenta and Pacific Seeds will be conducting trials to determine efficacy of timing,” Mr Philp said.
To see a copy of the permit which will outline more information on the conditions of use, click here.
