Cross-spectrum Insect Control with Foliar Insecticides in Broccoli, 2014: Table 1

The objective of this trial was to evaluate the efficacy of insecticide mixtures compared to Exirel applied alone, for cross-spectrum control of major insect pests (sucking and chewing pests) in broccoli under fall growing conditions. Broccoli “Emerald Crown” was direct seeded into double row beds on 42-inch centers on 4 September, 2014. Plots were two beds in width by 45 ft in length and bordered by two untreated beds. Stand establishment was achieved using overhead sprinkler irrigation and irrigated with furrow irrigation thereafter. Four replications of each treatment were arranged in an RCB design. Product formulations and rates for each compound are provided in Table 1. Two foliar sprays were applied on 30 September and 15 October with a CO2 pressurized boom sprayer that delivered a broadcast application through 2 TXVS-18 …