For those that are in the process of defoliating cotton, nighttime temperatures in the upper 50’s and low 60’s are predicted for Friday,Sept.3rd, Saturday, Sept. 4th and Sunday night, Sept. 5th. After Sunday night, nighttime temperatures are predicted to be above 70 degrees.
Consider delaying defoliation applications and enjoying the holiday weekend without worrying about whether or not your defoliant is going to work as desired and make applications toward the beginning of next week once weather conditions begin to warm.
Cooler temperatures can seriously limit of several defoliants, particularly thidiazuron. Additional messages will be sent out as necessary.
Have a great holiday weekend.
Darrin
