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Paul M White, Jr.
                        Sugarcane Research

                        




                        
                        Research Leader
                        Phone: (985) 879-2172
                        
                        
                        Fax: (985) 876-8072(Employee information on this page comes from the REE Directory. Please contact your front office staff to update the REE Directory.)
                            ProjectsNew Crop Production and Protection Practices to Increase Sugarcane Ratoon Longevity and Maximize Economic Sustainability
                                                    In-House Appropriated
                                                                    (D)Accession Number: 437753Water and Soil Resources in Sustainable Sugarcane Production Systems for Temperate Climates
                                                    In-House Appropriated
                                                                    (D)Accession Number: 442126Development of Improved Sugarcane Varieties Adapted to Temperate Climates
                                                    In-House Appropriated
                                                                    (D)Accession Number: 445525Establishing an Eddy Covariance Flux Network Focusing on Sugarcane Production in Louisiana
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 437682Three-way (LSUAC, ASCL, ARS) Sugarcane Breeding and Variety Development Agreement
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 441255Dissipation and Activity of Selected Pesticides in Sugarcane Production Soil of Louisiana
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 441687Silicate Rock (CarbonLock) Soil Application Effects on Insect Herbivory, Carbon Sequestration, and Sugarcane Growth
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 442472Calibration of Detector for Sucrose Concentration
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 443267Post-harvest Crop Residue Management affects Sugarcane Yield, Soil Health, and Carbon Sequestration
                                                    Non-Funded Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (N)Accession Number: 443862Improving Sugarcane Growth Estimation Across Variable Climatic Conditions by Integrating Flux Data, Remote Sensing, and Computer Modeling
                                                    Reimbursable Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (R)Accession Number: 438518Winter Cover Crops to Improve Nitrogen Management in Energycane Production
                                                    Reimbursable Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (R)Accession Number: 438592Sugarcane Bagasse Effects on Mechanical and Mechanistic Performance of Hot Mixed Asphalt Mixtures
                                                    Non-Assistance Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (S)Accession Number: 444435Utilization of Cutting Edge Real Time Sensor Technology in Sugarcane Breeding
                                                    Non-Assistance Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (S)Accession Number: 444548Improving Sugarcane Production Efficiency (ASCL)
                                                    Trust Fund Cooperative Agreement
                                                                    (T)Accession Number: 438359**Publications**
                                                (Clicking on the reprint icon
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and their relationship with whole-plant traits in sugarcane in water
abundant Louisiana, USA
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ellsworth, P.Z., White Jr, P.M., Todd, J.R. 2024. Gas exchange and time to reach maximum rate of photosynthetic rate and their relationship with whole-plant traits in sugarcane in water abundant Louisiana, USA. Photosynthetica. https://doi.org/10.32615/ps.2024.015.Microwave dielectric properties of sugarcane juice

- (Proceedings)The USDA-ARS Sugarcane Research Unit: Past, Present, and Future.

- (Trade Journal)Improved modeling of gross primary production and transpiration of sugarcane plantations with time-series landsat and sentinel-2 images.
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Celis, J., Xiao, X., White Jr, P.M., Cabral, O. 2023. Improved modeling of gross primary production and transpiration of sugarcane plantations with time-series landsat and sentinel-2 images.. Remote Sensing. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs16010046.Molecular Dissection of the 5S Ribosomal RNA-Intergenic Transcribed Spacers in Saccharum spp. and Tripidium spp.
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Pan, Y., Todd, J.R., Lomax, L.E., White Jr, P.M., Simpson, S.A., Scheffler, B.E. 2023. Molecular Dissection of the 5S Ribosomal RNA-Intergenic Transcribed Spacers in Saccharum spp. and Tripidium spp.. Agronomy Journal. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy13112728.Low rates of sugarcane bagasse-derived biochar have limited effects on soil properties and sugarcane crop yield
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Ellsworth, P.Z., Lima, I.M. 2023. Low rates of sugarcane bagasse-derived biochar have limited effects on soil properties and sugarcane crop yield. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. Volume6, Issue4, e20430. https://doi.org/10.1002/agg2.20430.Immediate impacts of soybean cover crop on bacterial community composition and diversity in soil under long-term sugarcane monoculture for applied soil ecology
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Mula-Michel, H.P., White Jr, P.M., Hale, A.L. 2023. Immediate impacts of soybean cover crop on bacterial community composition and diversity in soil under long-term sugarcane monoculture for applied soil ecology. PeerJ. 11.Article 15754. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.15754.Non-target potential of neonicotinoid and fungicide seed cane treatments on Solenopsis invicta
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Penn, H., White Jr, P.M., Wilson, B.E., Richard, R.T. 2023. Non-target potential of neonicotinoid and fungicide seed cane treatments on Solenopsis invicta. Crop Protection. 170(106278):1-11. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cropro.2023.106278.Unraveling the effects of management and climate on carbon fluxes of U.S. croplands using the USDA Long-Term Agroecosystem (LTAR) network
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Menefee, D.S., Scott, R.L., Abraha, M., Alfieri, J.G., Baker, J.M., Browning, D.M., Chen, J., Gonet, J.M., Johnson, J.M., Miller, G.R., Nifong, R.L., Robertson, P., Russel, E.R., Saliendra, N.Z., Schreiner-Mcgraw, A.P., Suyker, A., Wagle, P., Wente, C.D., White Jr, P.M., Smith, D.R. 2022. Unraveling the effects of management and climate on carbon fluxes of U.S. croplands using the USDA Long-Term Agroecosystem (LTAR) network. Agricultural and Forest Meteorology. 326. Article 109154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agrformet.2022.109154.Row spacing and the use of plant-available water in sugarcane cultivation in water-abundant Louisiana
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Ellsworth, P.Z., White Jr, P.M. 2022. Row spacing and the use of plant-available water in sugarcane cultivation in water-abundant Louisiana. Agronomy. 12(7):1586. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy12071586.Chemical seed treatment and cultural practices to improve billet planting in Louisiana

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Ellsworth, P.Z., Hoy, J.W. 2022. Chemical seed treatment and cultural practices to improve billet planting in Louisiana. American Society of Sugarcane Technologist. pg 15-16.Biochar from bagasse for sugarcane applications

- (Proceedings)Biochar from bagasse: the effects on soil properties and sugarcane yield

- (Abstract Only)Application method affects results obtained from pesticide treatments of sugarcane billets during planting

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Hoy, J.W., White Jr, P.M. 2021. Application method affects results obtained from pesticide treatments of sugarcane billets during planting. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 41:26-36.The effect of row spacing on L 01-299 and HoCP 04-838 sugarcane yields in Louisiana

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Callahan Jr, H.J., Webber III, C.L., Ellsworth, P.Z. 2021. The effect of row spacing on L 01-299 and HoCP 04-838 sugarcane yields in Louisiana. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 41:18-25.Water use efficiency and the effective use of water in the water-abundant sugarcane agroecosystem: Which is a better measure of agricultural water use?

- (Abstract Only)Ellsworth, P.Z., White Jr, P.M. 2021. Water use efficiency and the effective use of water in the water-abundant sugarcane agroecosystem: Which is a better measure of agricultural water use? [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 41:11.The effect of wide row spacing on L 01-299 and HoCP 04-838 sugarcane yields in Louisiana

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Callahan Jr, H.J., Webber III, C.L., Ellsworth, P.Z. 2021. The effect of wide row spacing on L 01-299 and HoCP 04-838 sugarcane yields in Louisiana [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 41:10.Cover crops for Louisiana sugarcane production

- (Experiment Station)Orgeron, A., Gravois, K.A., Tubana, B., White Jr, P.M. 2021. Cover crops for Louisiana sugarcane production. LSU AgCenter Extension Service Bulletin. PUB3791. Available: https://www.lsuagcenter.com/profiles/aiverson/articles/page1620152413689.Soil dissipation of sugarcane billet seed treatment fungicides and insecticide using QuEChERS and HPLC
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Wayment, D.G., Ledet, H.J., Torres, K., White Jr, P.M. 2021. Soil dissipation of sugarcane billet seed treatment fungicides and insecticide using QuEChERS and HPLC. Journal of Environmental Science and Health. 56(2):188-196.Application of biochar in estrogen hormone-contaminated and manure-affected soils: Impact on soil respiration, microbial community and enzyme activity
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Wei, Z., Wang, J.J., Fultz, L.M., White Jr, P.M., Jeong, C. 2021. Application of biochar in estrogen hormone-contaminated and manure-affected soils: Impact on soil respiration, microbial community and enzyme activity. Chemosphere. 270. Article 128625. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2020.128625.Water use efficiency and the effective use of water in the water-abundant sugarcane agroecosystem: Which is a better measure of agricultural water use?

- (Abstract Only)Ellsworth, P.Z., White Jr, P.M. 2020. Water use efficiency and the effective use of water in the water-abundant sugarcane agroecosystem: Which is a better measure of agricultural water use? [abstract] American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting, December 1-17, 2020, New Orleans, Louisiana.Concentrations of the fungicide azoxystrobin and the insecticide thiamethoxam on sugarcane seed billets following chemical treatment

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Wayment, D.G., Mayon, N. 2020. Concentrations of the fungicide azoxystrobin and the insecticide thiamethoxam on sugarcane seed billets following chemical treatment. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 40:36-45.Phenology and gross primary production of sugarcane plantations in Brazil and USA
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Xin, F., Xiao, X., Cabral, O., White Jr, P.M., Guo, H., Ma, J., Li, B., Zhao, B. 2020. Phenology and gross primary production of sugarcane plantations in Brazil and USA. Remote Sensing. 12(14):2186. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs12142186Temporal and varietal variation in sugarcane post-harvest residue biomass yields and chemical composition

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Legume cover crop effects on temperate sugarcane yields and their decomposition in soil
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Williams, G., Viator, H., Viator, R.P., Webber III, C. 2020. Legume cover crop effects on temperate sugarcane yields and their decomposition in soil. Agronomy. 10(5):703. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy10050703.Effects of mixed hardwood and sugarcane biochar as bark-based substrate substitutes on container plants production and nutrient leaching
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Yu, P., Huang, L., Li, Q., Lima, I.M., White Jr., P.M., Gu, M. 2020. Effects of mixed hardwood and sugarcane biochar as bark-based substrate substitutes on container plants production and nutrient leaching. Agronomy. 10(2):156. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy10020156.Improved sugar yields found by application of bagasse and leaf residue biochar as soil amendment

- (Trade Journal)Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2020. Improved sugar yields found by application of bagasse and leaf residue biochar as soil amendment. Sugar Journal. 82(8):12-17.Sugarcane sustainability and soil carbon sequestration

- (Trade Journal)White Jr, P.M. 2019. Sugarcane sustainability and soil carbon sequestration. Sugar Bulletin. 98(3):25-28.Chemical treatments improve billet-planted cane growth and crop yields under temperate climatic conditions

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Hoy, J.W., Gravois, K.A., Waguespack, H.L., Webber III, C.L. 2019. Chemical treatments improve billet-planted cane growth and crop yields under temperate climatic conditions. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 39:12-24.Burning post-harvest sugarcane residue for control of surface-deposited divine nightshade (Solanum nigrescens) and itchgrass (Rottboellia cochinchinensis) seed
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Spaunhorst, D.J., Orgeron, A.J., White Jr, P.M. 2019. Burning post-harvest sugarcane residue for control of surface-deposited divine nightshade (Solanum nigrescens) and itchgrass (Rottboellia cochinchinensis) seed. Weed Technology. 33(5):693-700. https://doi.org/10.1017/wet.2019.65.Sugarcane-bagasse and leaf-residue biochars as soil amendments for increased sugar and cane yields

- (Proceedings)Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2019. Sugarcane-bagasse and leaf-residue biochars as soil amendments for increased sugar and cane yields. Proceedings of XXX Congress of International Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 30:844-850.Carbon pools and fluxes under continous sugarcane production in Louisiana

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L. 2019. Carbon pools and fluxes under continous sugarcane production in Louisiana [abstract]. Journal American Society of Sugarcane Technologists. 39:48-49.Influence of burning post-harvest sugarcane residue density and moisture content on surface deposited divine nightshade and itchgrass emergence

- (Abstract Only)Spaunhorst, D.J., Orgeron, A.J., White Jr, P.M. 2019. Influence of burning post-harvest sugarcane residue density and moisture content on surface deposited divine nightshade and itchgrass emergence [abstract]. Journal American Society of Sugarcane Technologists. 39:29-30.Greenhouse seedling production with sugarcane by-products

- (Proceedings)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Gu, M., Petrie, E.C., Landrum, D.S. 2019. Greenhouse seedling production with sugarcane by-products. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion. 2:321-328.Sediment and nutrient loading from sugarcane fields in south Louisiana: Effect of residue management
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Selim, H.M., Elbana, T., White Jr, P.M., Arceneaux, A., Tubana, B. 2019. Sediment and nutrient loading from sugarcane fields in south Louisiana: Effect of residue management. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. 74(5):477-486. https://doi.org/10.2489/jswc.74.5.477.Sugarcane biomass, dry matter, and sucrose availability and variability when grown on a bioenergy feedstock production cycle
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L., Viator, R.P., Aita, G. 2019. Sugarcane biomass, dry matter, and sucrose availability and variability when grown on a bioenergy feedstock production cycle. BioEnergy Research. 12:55-67. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-018-9951-y.Impacts of cover crop on soil microbiome in a long-term sugarcane monoculture

- (Abstract Only)Mula-Michel, H.P., White Jr, P.M., Hale, A.L. 2018. Impacts of cover crop on soil microbiome in a long-term sugarcane monoculture [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 38:62.Impact of acetic acid concentration, application volume, and adjuvants on weed control efficacy
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Shrefler, J.W., Spaunhorst, D.J. 2018. Impact of acetic acid concentration, application volume, and adjuvants on weed control efficacy. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(8):1-6. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n8p1.Using eddy covariance to determine sugarcane field hydrologic components

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L., Grisham, M.P. 2018. Using eddy covariance to determine sugarcane field hydrologic components [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 38:67.Crop yield increases observed with chemically-treated billet seedcane in Louisiana

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L., Hoy, J.W., Gravois, K.A., Waguespack Jr, H.L. 2018. Crop yield increases observed with chemically-treated billet seedcane in Louisiana [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 38:64.Advances in the basic breeding program

- (Abstract Only)Hale, A.L., White Jr, P.M., Todd, J.R., Dufrene Jr, E.O., Viator, R.P. 2018. Advances in the basic breeding program [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 38:57.Sugarcane and pine biochar as amendments for greenhouse growing media for the production of bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seedlings
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Gu, M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Petrie, E.C. 2018. Sugarcane and pine biochar as amendments for greenhouse growing media for the production of bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seedlings. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(4):58-68. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n4p58.Sugarcane biochar as an amendment for greenhouse growing media for the production of cucurbit seedlings
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Lima, I.M., Petrie, E.C. 2018. Sugarcane biochar as an amendment for greenhouse growing media for the production of cucurbit seedlings. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(2):104-115. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n2p104.Yield and water quality for different residue managements of sugarcane in Louisiana

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Selim, H.M., Tubana, B.S., Arceneaux, A., Elrashidi, M.A., Coreil, C.B., White Jr, P.M. 2018. Yield and water quality for different residue managements of sugarcane in Louisiana. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 38:1-22.Green-cane harvested sugarcane crop residue decomposition as a function of temperature, soil moisture, and particle size
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L. 2017. Green-cane harvested sugarcane crop residue decomposition as a function of temperature, soil moisture, and particle size. Sugar Tech. 20(5):497-508. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12355-017-0579-6.Sugarcane crop residue and bagasse allelopathic impact on oat (Avena sative L.), tall morningglory (Ipomoea purpurea L. Roth), and redroot pigweed (Amaranthus retroflexus L.) germination
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Wayment, D.G., Landrum, D.S. 2018. Sugarcane crop residue and bagasse allelopathic impact on oat (Avena sative L.), tall morningglory (Ipomoea purpurea L. Roth), and redroot pigweed (Amaranthus retroflexus L.) germination. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(2):15-22. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n2p15.Sugarcane field residue and root allelopathic impact on weed seed germination
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Landrum, D.S., Spaunhorst, D.J., Wayment, D.G., Dorvil, E.N. 2018. Sugarcane field residue and root allelopathic impact on weed seed germination. Journal of Agricultural Science. 10(1):66-72. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v10n1p66.Sugarcane field residue and bagasse allelopathic impact on vegetable seed germination
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Landrum, D.S., Spaunhorst, D.J., Wayment, D.G. 2017. Sugarcane field residue and bagasse allelopathic impact on vegetable seed germination. Journal of Agricultural Science. 9(11):10-16.Comparative performance of sugarcane bagasse and black polyethylene as mulch for squash (Cucurbita pepo L.) production
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Petrie, E.C. 2017. Comparative performance of sugarcane bagasse and black polyethylene as mulch for squash (Cucurbita pepo L.) production. Journal of Agricultural Science. 9(11):1-9.Building organic matter of long-term sugarcane soils in a temperate environment

- (Abstract Only)Effect of growing media and fertilization on sugarcane flowering under artificial photoperiod
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Hale, A.L., White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L., Todd, J.R. 2017. Effect of growing media and fertilization on sugarcane flowering under artificial photoperiod. PLoS One. 12(8):1-10. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0181639.Impact of mustard seed meal applications on direct-seeded cucurbits and weed control
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Boydston, R.A., Shrefler, J.W. 2017. Impact of mustard seed meal applications on direct-seeded cucurbits and weed control. Journal of Agricultural Science. 9(8):81-90. doi:10.5539/jas.v9n8p81Improving soil management in sugarcane cultivation

- (Book / Chapter)White Jr, P.M., Johnson, R.M. 2017. Improving soil management in sugarcane cultivation. In: P. Rott, editor. Achieving sustainable cultivation of sugarcane. Volume 1 - Cultivation techniques, quality and sustainability. Cambridge, UK. Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing. p. 97-109.Impact of sugarcane bagasse ash as an amendment on the physical properties, nutrient content and seedling growth of a certified organic greenhouse growing media
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Petrie, E.C. 2017. Impact of sugarcane bagasse ash as an amendment on the physical properties, nutrient content and seedling growth of a certified organic greenhouse growing media. Journal of Agricultural Science. 9(7):1-11. https://doi.org/10.5539/jas.v9n7p1.Potential losses of soil nutrients and energy content on the complete removal of sugarcane leaf material as a biomass feedstock
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Webber III, C.L., Eggleston, G. 2018. Potential losses of soil nutrients and energy content on the complete removal of sugarcane leaf material as a biomass feedstock. Sugar Tech. 20(1):40-49. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12355-017-0523-9.Billet-planted sugarcane responds positively to chemical seed treatments

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Hoy, J.W., Webber III, C.L., Gravois, K., Waguespack Jr., H.L. 2017. Billet-planted sugarcane responds positively to chemical seed treatments [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 37:48-49.Sugarcane residue and bagasse as biochar precursors for soil amendment applications and beyond

- (Proceedings)Lima, I., White, P. 2017. Sugarcane residue and bagasse as biochar precursors for soil amendment applications and beyond. In: Proceedings for the Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 53-69.Does fallow planted soybean and sweet sorghum reduce plant cane density?

- (Abstract Only)Spaunhorst, D.J., White Jr, P.M. 2017. Does fallow planted soybean and sweet sorghum reduce plant cane density? Journal of American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 37:24.Allelopathic impact of HoCP 96-540 field residue on seed germination

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Landrum, D.S. 2017. Allelopathic impact of HoCP 96-540 field residue on seed germination [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 37:50-51.Sugarcane boiler ash as an amendment for soilless growing media

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Spaunhorst, D.J., Petrie, E.C., Landrum, D.S. 2017. Sugarcane boiler ash as an amendment for soilless growing media [abstract]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 37:50.Impact of sugarcane field residue and mill bagasse on seed germination

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White, Jr, P.M., Landrum, D.S., Shrefler, J.W. 2017. Impact of sugarcane field residue and mill bagasse on seed germination [abstract]. Louisiana Agricultural Technology & Management Conference, February 15-17, 2017, Marksville, Louisiana.Sugarcane bagasse ash as an amendment to a greenhouse growing media

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White, Jr, P.M., Petrie, E.C., Landrum, D.S., Shrefler, J.W. 2017. Sugarcane bagasse ash as an amendment to a greenhouse growing media [abstract]. Louisiana Agricultural Technology & Management Conference, February 15-17, 2017, Marksville, Louisiana.Kenaf and cowpea as sugarcane cover crops

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White, Jr, P.M., Dalley, C., Petrie, E.C., Viator, R.P., Landrum, D.S., Shrefler, J.W. 2017. Kenaf and cowpea as sugarcane cover crops [abstract]. Louisiana Agricultural Technology & Management Conference, February 15-17, 2017, Marksville, Louisiana.Delta-Flux: An eddy covariance network for a climate-smart lower Mississippi basin
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Runkle, B., Rigby Jr, J.R., Reba, M.L., Anapalli, S.S., Bhattacharjee, J., Krauss, K.W., Liang, L., Locke, M.A., Novick, K., Sui, R., Suvocarev, K., White Jr, P.M. 2017. Delta-Flux: An eddy covariance network for a climate-smart lower Mississippi basin. Agricultural and Environmental Letters. 2:170003. https://doi.org/10.2134/ael2017.01.0003.Sugarcane bagasse and leaf residue biochars as soil amendment for increased sugar and cane yields

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Lima, I.M., White Jr, P.M. 2017. Sugarcane bagasse and leaf residue biochars as soil amendment for increased sugar and cane yields. International Sugar Journal. 119(1421):382-390.Post-processing, energy production use of sugarcane bagasse ash

- (Proceedings)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Petrie, E.C., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M. 2016. Post-processing, energy production use of sugarcane bagasse ash. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference Proceedings, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 374-384.Use of post-harvest/processed sugarcane bagasse as a vegetable mulch

- (Proceedings)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Petrie, E.C., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M.J. 2016. Use of post-harvest/processed sugarcane bagasse as a vegetable mulch. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 369-373.Unique cover crops for Louisiana sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Shrefler, J.W., Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Dalley, C.D., Petrie, E.C., Viator, R.P. 2016. Unique cover crops for Louisiana sugarcane [meeting abstract]. Proceedings 2016 Southern Cover Crop Conference, July 18-19, 2016, Mount Olive, North Carolina.  p. 34.Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) and cowpea (Vigna unguiculata)  as sugarcane cover crops
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Dalley, C.D., Petrie, E.C., Viator, R.P., Shrefler, J.W. 2016. Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) and cowpea (Vigna unguiculata)  as sugarcane cover crops. Journal of Agricultural Science. 8(8):13-20.Dedicated energy crops and crop residues for bioenergy feedstocks in the Central and Eastern U.S.A.
                                                        

- (Review Article)Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Anderson, W.F., Jin, V.L., Balkcom, K.S., Kiniry, J.R., Coffin, A.W., White Jr, P.M. 2016. Dedicated energy crops and crop residues for bioenergy feedstocks in the Central and Eastern U.S.A. BioEnergy Research. 9:384-398.Limits to soil carbon stability; Deep, ancient soil carbon decomposition stimulated by new labile organic inputs
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Bernal, B., Mckinley, D.C., Hungate, B.A., White Jr, P.M., Mozdzer, T.J., Megonigal, J.P. 2016. Limits to soil carbon stability; Deep, ancient soil carbon decomposition stimulated by new labile organic inputs. Soil Biology and Biochemistry. 98:85-94.Spring reflections on Louisiana sugar cane

- (Trade Journal)White Jr, P.M. 2016. Spring reflections on Louisiana sugar cane. Sugar Journal. 78(12):25-26.Unique cropping systems for Louisiana sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Dalley, C., Viator, R., Shrefler, J.W. 2016. Unique cropping systems for Louisiana sugarcane [abstract]. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Technical Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 30-31.Post-processing, energy production use of sugarcane bagasse ash

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Petrie, E.C., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M.J. 2016. Post-processing, energy production use of sugarcane bagasse ash [abstract]. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Technical Conference, March 15-18, 2016, New Orleans, Louisiana. p. 29-30.Low tech use of post-harvest, processed sugarcane bagasse

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr., P.M., Petrie, E.C., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M.J. 2016. Low tech use of post-harvest, processed sugarcane bagasse [abstract]. Advances in Sugar Crop Processing and Conversion Technical Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana, March 15-18, 2016. p. 28-29.The long and short of it: Sugarcane planting systems (whole stalks, billets, and single nodes)

- (Abstract Only)Louisiana sugarcane bagasse as a natural mulch for yellow squash production

- (Abstract Only)Vegetable seedling production with sugarcane bagasse ash

- (Abstract Only)Kenaf’s allelopathic impact on seedling growth

- (Abstract Only)Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) impact on post-germination seedling growth
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Myers, D.L., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M.J. 2015. Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) impact on post-germination seedling growth. Journal of Agricultural Science. 7(12):91-99.Sugarcane bagasse ash as a seedling growth media component
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Petrie, E.C., Shrefler, J.W., Taylor, M.J. 2016. Sugarcane bagasse ash as a seedling growth media component. Journal of Agricultural Science. 8(1):1-7.Sugarcane and pinewood biochar effects on activity and aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Lima, I.M. 2015. Sugarcane and pinewood biochar effects on activity and aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin. Industrial Crops and Products. 74(2015):737-744. DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2015.04.022Billet planting, 8-foot rows, residue updates

- (Abstract Only)Cover crop options and pros and cons in Louisiana sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Alternative cropping systems for sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Dalley, C.D., Viator, R.P., Shrefler, J.W. 2015. Alternative cropping systems for sugarcane [abstract]. Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists Annual Meeting, January 30 - February 4, 2015, Atlanta, Georgia. S53.Impact of kenaf extracts on germination of green bean, tomato, cucumber, and Italian ryegrass

- (Abstract Only)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Myers, D.L., Taylor, M.J., Shrefler, J.W. 2015. Impact of kenaf extracts on germination of green bean, tomato, cucumber, and Italian ryegrass [abstract]. Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists Annual Meeting, January 30 - February 4, 2015, Atlanta, Georgia. S53-54.Yield stability in genotypes derived through basic breeding

- (Abstract Only)Louisiana farm discussion: 8 foot row spacing

- (Abstract Only)Impact of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) leaf, bark, and core extracts on germination of five plant species

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Webber III, C.L., White Jr, P.M., Myers, D.L., Taylor, M.J., Shrefler, J.W. 2015. Impact of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) leaf, bark, and core extracts on germination of five plant species. Journal of Agricultural Science. 7(2):93-98. DOI: 10.5539/jas.v7n2p93.Energycane production for biomass and bioenergy feedstocks in Louisiana

- (Abstract Only)Wide row spacing in Louisiana sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Pyraclostrobin wash-off from sugarcane leaves and aerobic dissipation in agricultural soil

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Fulcher, J.M., Wayment, D.G., White Jr, P.M., Webber III, C.L. 2014. Pyraclostrobin wash-off from sugarcane leaves and aerobic dissipation in agricultural soil. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 62(10):2141-2146. DOI: 10.1021/jf405506pCultural practices updates

- (Abstract Only)Sugarcane borer resistance in sugarcane as affected by silicon applications in potting medium
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White, W.H., White Jr., P.M. 2014. Sugarcane borer resistance in sugarcane as affected by silicon applications in potting medium [online journal]. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 33:38-54.Energycane harvest date effects on biomass, sugar, and fiber yields

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Webber III, C.L., Aita, G. 2013. Energycane harvest date effects on biomass, sugar, and fiber yields [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract 43-18.Potential of diazotrophic bacteria associated with sugarcane for energycane production

- (Abstract Only)Effects of seasonal variations of sugarcane stalk and extraneous matter quantity and quality as they affect recoverable sugar, starch, and fiber: Part 1

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Eggleston, G., Viator, R., Gateuil, A., Fenger, J-A., White, P., Jackson, W., Waguespack, Jr, H., Blackwelder, N. 2013. Effects of seasonal variations of sugarcane stalk and extraneous matter quantity and quality as they affect recoverable sugar, starch, and fiber: Part 1. International Sugar Journal. 115(1375):477-487.Seasonal variations of sugarcane stalk and extraneous matter on pH, color and ash as they affect the production of high quality raw sugars (Part II)

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Eggleston, G., Viator, R., Gateuil, A, Fenger, J., White, P., Jackson, W., Waguespack, Jr., H. 2013. Seasonal variations of sugarcane stalk and extraneous matter on pH, color and ash as they affect the production of high quality raw sugars (Part II). International Sugar Journal. 115(1377):634-641.Green-cane harvest of sugarcane effects on biomass and energy yields and nutrient removal

- (Proceedings)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Richard, E.P., Grisham, M.P. 2012. Green-cane harvest of sugarcane effects on biomass and energy yields and nutrient removal. In: Proceedings of Sun Grant National Conference: Science for Biomass Feedstock Production and Utilization, October 3 - 5, 2012. New Orleans, LA. Available: http://sungrant.tennessee.edu/NatConference/Registration of ‘Ho 02-113’ Sugarcane

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Hale, A.L., Dufrene Jr, E.O., Tew, T.L., Pan, Y-B., Viator, R.P., White Jr, P.M., Veremis, J.C., White, W.H., Cobill, R., Richard, E.P., Rukavina, H., Grisham, M.P. 2012. Registration of ‘Ho 02-113’ Sugarcane. Journal of Plant Registrations. 7(1):51-57. doi:10.3198/jpr2011.11.0605crc.Screening for tolerance to periodic flooding for cane grown for sucrose and bioenergy

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Viator, R.P., White Jr, P.M., Hale, A.L., Waguespack, H.L. 2012. Screening for tolerance to periodic flooding for cane grown for sucrose and bioenergy. Biomass and Bioenergy. 44:56-63. Available online: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2012.04.007.Diversity and antifungal activity of endophytic diazotrophic bacteria colonizing sugarcane in Egypt

- (Abstract Only)Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium requirements to support a multi-billion gallon biofuel industry

- (Book / Chapter)Murrell, T., Fixen, P.E., Huang, W., Kovar, J.L., White Jr, P.M. 2011. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium requirements to support a multi-billion gallon biofuel industry. In: Braun, R., Karlen, D., and Johnson D., (ed.). Sustainable Alternative Fuel Feedstock Opportunities, Challenges and Roadmaps for Six U.S. Regions. Ankeny, IA: Soil and Water Conservation Society. p. 160-176. Available: http://www.swcs.org/documents/resources/Chapter_10__Murrell__Billion_Ton_Re_8B308171BD289.pdf.Soil health for increasing sugarcane yield and sustainability

- (Trade Journal)White Jr, P.M. 2011. Soil health for increasing sugarcane yield and sustainability. Sugar Journal. 74(1):30-31.Effect of post-harvest residue and methods of residue removal on ground inhabiting arthropod predators in sugarcane

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White, W.H., Viator, R.P., White Jr, P.M. 2011. Effect of post-harvest residue and methods of residue removal on ground inhabiting arthropod predators in sugarcane. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 31:39-50.Sugarcane bagasse and pine wood biochar effects on aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Lima, I.M. 2011. Sugarcane bagasse and pine wood biochar effects on aerobic soil dissipation of metribuzin and pendimethalin. American Chemical Society Fall 2011 National Meeting and Exposition, August 28 - September 2, 2011, Denver, Colorodo. CDROM.Herbicide sorption in a biochar-amended coastal plain soil under conventional and conservation tillage management

- (Abstract Only)Potter, T.L., White Jr, P.M., Lima, I.M. 2011. Herbicide sorption in a biochar-amended coastal plain soil under conventional and conservation tillage management [abstract]. American Chemical Society National Meeting. August 28-September 1, 2011.Metolachlor fate in regionally adopted cropping systems of the SE United States

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L. 2011. Metolachlor fate in regionally adopted cropping systems of the SE United States. American Chemical Society Fall 2011 National Meeting and Exposition, August 28 - September 2, 2011, Denver, Colorodo. CDROM.Sugarcane yield response to soybean double-cropping in Louisiana

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Richard Jr, E.P. 2011. Sugarcane yield response to soybean double-cropping in Louisiana. Crop Management. DOI:10.1094/CM-2011-0721-01-RS.Smooth brome (Bromus inermis Leyss) response to concrete grinding residue application

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Desutter, T.M., Goosen-Alix, P., Prutny, L., White Jr, P.M., Casey, F.X. 2011. Smooth brome (Bromus inermis Leyss) response to concrete grinding residue application. Water, Air, and Soil Pollution. 222:195-204.Biological nitrogen fixation in Louisiana sugarcane

- (Abstract Only)Grisham, M.P., White Jr, P.M., Esh, A.M., El-Kholi, M. 2011. Biological nitrogen fixation in Louisiana sugarcane. Journal of the American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 31:165.Changes in microbial properties after manure, lime, and bentonite application to a heavy metal-contaminated mine waste

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Baker, L.R., White Jr, P.M., Pierzynski, G.M. 2011. Changes in microbial properties after manure, lime, and bentonite application to a heavy metal-contaminated mine waste. Applied Soil Ecology. 48(2011):1-10.Sugarcane yield responses of four cultivars to three planting dates in Louisiana

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Richard Jr, E.P. 2010. Sugarcane yield responses of four cultivars to three planting dates in Louisiana. J. American Society of Sugar Cane Technologists. 30:115-132.Fate and efficacy of metolachlor granular and emulsifiable concentrate formulations in a conservation-tillage system

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Potter, T.L., Gerstl, Z., White Jr, P.M., Cutts, G.S., Webster, T.M., Truman, C.C., Strickland, T.C., Bosch, D.D. 2010. Fate and efficacy of metolachlor granular and emulsifiable concentrate formulations in a conservation-tillage system. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 58(19):10590-10596.Fate and efficacy of metolachlor granular and emulsifiable concentrate formulations in a conservation-tillage system

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Potter, T.L., Gerstl, Z., White Jr, P.M., Truman, C.C., Cutts, G.S., Webster, T.M., Strickland, T.C., Bosch, D.D. 2010. Fate and efficacy of metolachlor granular and emulsifiable concentrate formulations in a conservation-tillage system. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 58(19):10590-10596.Seasonal variations on sugarcane trash quantity and quality that directly concern factory processors and refiners

- (Research Notes)Eggleston, G., Viator, R., Gateuil, A., Jackson, W., Waguespack, Jr., H., White, P., Blackwelder, N. 2010. Seasonal variations on sugarcane trash quantity and quality that directly concern factory processors and refiners. Sugar Bulletin. 88(12):22-27.Sustainable production of energycane for bio-energy in the Southeastern US

- (Book / Chapter)Viator, R.P., White Jr, P.M., Richard Jr, E.P. 2011. Sustainable production of energycane for bio-energy in the Southeastern U.S. American Chemical Society Book Series, Sustainability of Sugarcane for Sugar and Bioenergy. 1058:147-161.Seasonal Variations on Sugarcane Trash Quantity and Quality that Directly Concern Refiners

- (Abstract Only)Seasonal variations on sugarcane trash quantity and quality that directly concern refiners

- (Proceedings)Eggleston, G., Viator, R.P., Gateuil, A., Jackson, W., Waguespack, Jr., H., White Jr, P.M., Blackwelder, N. 2010. Seasonal variations on sugarcane trash quantity and quality that directly concern refiners. Sugar Industry Technologists Meeting, May 15-19, 2010, Savannah, Georgia. LXIX, No. 993. p. 218-239.Potential losses of macro and micronutrients by removal of sugarcane post-harvest crop residue

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Viator, R.P., Richard Jr, E.P., Eggleston, G. 2010. Potential losses of macro and micronutrients by removal of sugarcane post-harvest crop residue [abstract]. Agronomy Abstracts, Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America International Annual Meeting, October 31 - November 4, 2010, Long Beach, California. 2010 CDROM.Metolachlor and chlorothalonil dissipation in gypsum-amended soil

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L. 2010. Metolachlor and chlorothalonil dissipation in gypsum-amended soil. Journal of Environmental Science and Health, B: Pesticides, Food Contaminants, and Agricultural Wastes. 45(7):728-737.Fungicide Dissipation and Impact on Metolachlor Aerobic Soil Degradation and Soil Microbial Dynamics

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Culbreath, A.K. 2010. Fungicide Dissipation and Impact on Metolachlor Aerobic Soil Degradation and Soil Microbial Dynamics. Science of the Total Environment. 408(6):1393-1402.Reduction in metolachlor and degradates concentrations in shallow groundwater through cover crop use

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Bosch, D.D., Joo, H., Schafer, B., Munoz-Carpena, R. 2009. Reduction in metolachlor and degradates concentrations in shallow groundwater through cover crop use. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 57(20):9658-9667.Pressurized Liquid Extraction of Soil Microbial Phospholipid and Neutral Lipid Fatty Acids

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Strickland, T.C. 2009. Pressurized Liquid Extraction of Soil Microbial Phospholipid and Neutral Lipid Fatty Acids. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 57(16):7171-7177.Tillage and land-use impacts on soil carbon and nitrogen storage and belowground processes

- (Abstract Only)Mfombep, P., Rice, C.W., Todd, T.C., White Jr, P.M., Wilson, G.T. 2009. Tillage and land-use impacts on soil carbon and nitrogen storage and belowground processes. International Symposium on Soil Organic Matter Dynamics: Land Use, Management and Global Change.Metolachlor formulation and ground cover effects on cotton and weed growth - greenhouse experiments

- (Abstract Only)Cutts, G.S., Grey, T.L., Webster, T.M., White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L. 2009. Metolachlor formulation and ground cover effects on cotton and weed growth - greenhouse experiments. Proceedings of Southern Weed Science Society. 62:319.Tillage Effects on Microbial and Carbon Dynamics During Plant Residue Decomposition

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)White Jr, P.M., Rice, C.W. 2009. Tillage Effects on Microbial and Carbon Dynamics During Plant Residue Decomposition. Soil Science Society of America Journal. 73:138-145. doi:10.2136/ssaj2007.0384.Metolachlor and Tillage Impacts on Microbial Dynamics During a Cotton Growing Season

- (Abstract Only)White Jr, P.M., Potter, T.L., Strickland, T.C. 2008. Metolachlor and Tillage Impacts on Microbial Dynamics During a Cotton Growing Season. American Society of Agronomy Meetings October 5-9, 2008, Madison, Wisconsin. {CD-ROM}.
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