10423 Influence of Cover Crops in Conservation Tillage Systems On Aldicarb Rate Requirement for Thrips Management in Cotton

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Norman Dean Kemp , University of Georgia
John All , University of Georgia
Thrips populations are reduced in conservation tillage systems. The rates of aldicarb required for thrips management can be reduced in conservation tillage. Cover crops of clover, wheat, and vetch in conservation tillage have effects on thrips populations and aldicarb rate requirements.