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This report outlines the integrated pest management practices implemented at The Menoken Farm, focusing on Field 3, where full fossil fuel inputs were utilized. The field has a history of growing wheat in 2009, 2010, and 2011, with specific attention to weed management for downy brome, wild oat, and tansy mustard. Photos taken on 4/30/12 document the field's condition, with herbicides applied on 5/1/12 coinciding with seeding. Additionally, Field 4's crop history includes a full-season cover crop in 2009, corn in 2010, and peas with cover crop in 2011, emphasizing sustainable practices.
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The Menoken Farm Integrated Pest Management
Field 3: Full fossil fuel inputs. Weeds: Downy Brome, Wild Oat, Tansy Mustard Crop History 2009 Wheat 2010 Wheat 2011 Wheat Note: Photo Date 4/30/12 Herbicide Applied 5/1/12 Seeding Date 5/1/12
Field 4 No Fungicides, Insecticides, or Commercial Fertilizer Crop History 2009 Full Season Cover Crop 2010 Corn 2011 Pea + Cover Crop Note: Photo Date 4/30/12 Herbicide Applied 5/1/12 Seeding Date 5/1/12