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Category: Success Story
IR-4 Aids California Rice Growers Battling Armyworms
Access to methoxyfenozide expands insecticide toolbox for future infestations in rice crops.
IR-4 Works With Weed Scientists to Expand Glufosinate Label
Explore some of IR-4’s work on this glyphosate alternative for weed control.
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.
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.
Ginseng and Lowbush Blueberry Growers Have New Tool in Fight Against Fungal Disease
Thanks to international partnerships and IR-4 research, ginseng and lowbush blueberry growers have a new tool to improve crop health and yields.
U.S. Hop Growers Have a New Tool to Manage Two-Spotted Spider Mite
Two-spotted spider mites are attacking hops. Hop growers now have a new tool to fight back thanks to IR-4 research.