D. Guthrie, A. C. York
Sep 1, 1989
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Weed Technology
Abstract
Fluometuron at 1.1 kg ai/ha was applied postemergence (over-the-top) to cotton in the V3 to V4 stage to determine effects on flower and boll production, yield, and fiber quality. Treated plants produced more bolls but boll weight was reduced. Lint yield was not affected. Flower and boll production during the first 2 weeks of flowering were reduced, but treated plants produced more flowers and bolls during mid- and late bloom. A delay in sympodia development delayed development of fruiting structures. Fluometuron treatment promoted sympodia development on monopodia at nodes three and four. Fiber micronaire was reduced in 1 of 2 yr. Fiber strength, length, and length uniformity were not affected.