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Ipomoea batatas
A comprehensive spray program for sweet potato production covering Alternaria leaf blight, sweet potato weevil, whitefly, aphids, and weed management from planting to harvest.
| Category | Pre-Plant & Vine Planting | Vine Establishment | Vegetative Growth & Canopy Development | Tuber Initiation & Bulking | Pre-Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weed Control | — | — | — | ||
Plant Nutrition | — | — | |||
Insect Control | — | ||||
Disease Control | — | — | — | — | |
Nematode Control | — | — | — | — |
Apply pre-emergence herbicide. Maguires: Use clean, virus-free planting stock.
Vine rooting and early growth. Protect from cutworms and support establishment.
Rapid vine growth and ground cover. Manage sweet potato weevil and worms. Spray every two weeks for weevil control.
Critical tuber development. Continue weevil monitoring and control every two weeks.
Final protective sprays. Monitor for sweet potato weevil before harvest. Observe pre-harvest intervals.
Always read and follow label directions. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling agrochemicals. Store in original containers in a secure location away from children and animals. Dispose of containers properly according to local regulations. Consult your local extension officer for region-specific recommendations.
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