Herbicide Injury - Oxyfluorfen(Goal)
- Type
- Physiological
- Leaf Condition
- Interveinal necrosis, Complete necrosis
- Leaf Color
- Blackish/Purple, Black irregular spots
- Leaf Location
- Entire leaf, Young
- Field Distribution
- Uniform
- Cropping System
- Annual plasticulture, Perennial matted row
Problem
Herbicide injury - oxyfluorfen (Goal)
Symptoms
Interveinal necrosis, complete necrosis, blackish/purple leaves, leaves with black irregular spots.
Similar Problems
Other herbicides may have similar symptoms.
Additional Information
In the matted row system oxyfluorfen must be applied to dormant plants with no new growth. Oxyfluorfen is labeled for use as a fall treatment prior to mulching in plasticulture system. Plastic mulch must be installed prior to strawberry transplanting. Irrigate treated soil before mulch installation to activate the herbicide.
Diagnostic Tips
Injury should be throughout treated area.
Corrective Measures
No corrective measures are available.
Management:
Follow application directions to avoid injury.
Useful Resources
North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual
Southern Region Small Fruit Consortium
NCCE Strawberry Growers portal
Funding Sources
Funding was provided in part by the National Sustainable Agriculture Program: Sustainable Strawberry Initiative and the following sources.
