There is greater risk of lime-sulfur burn, when applied at this later time. The EPA is releasing detailed information on organophosphate pesticide use patterns for ten food crops, including apples, peaches, and pears. The pesticide use data compiled by the Agency will play an important role in evaluating overall exposure to the organophosphates. The data was compiled from several sources and is being presented in crop specific matrices that provide the percentage of each crop treated with each pesticide, application and timing, regional use, and availability of alternatives. IN addition to the initial ten crops, the agency anticipates releasing pesticide usage information on approximately 60 additional food crops.
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April 1 Pruning demonstration at Anderson Orchard, Porter County. April 10 Pruning demonstration at Fantasy Vineyards near Rockville, Parke County. Location to be announced. 271 April 20 Twilight meeting, Elkart County. May 5 - East Indiana Fruitgrowers twilight meeting 6.00 pm.