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Influence of Mechanical Incorporation Method on Dazomet Distribution in Conifer Nursery Soil

Four mechanical incorporation methods were evaluated for their ability to distribute dazomet (Basamid®), a granular soil fumigant, in soil during a spring nursery field trial. Dazomet distribution downward in soil was determined by radish seed bioassay and soil analysis for fungal pathogens. Discing and other treatments adequately moved dazomet down to 15 cm (6 in), and marginally deeper. The disc, Roterra®, and combination disc and cultipak treatments gave complete control of Pythium and Fusarium species down to 10 cm (4 in), and partial control down to 20 cm (8 in). The cultipak by itself provided inferior mixing, resulting in the least amount of pathogen control.


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Author(s): Bruce R. Kelpsas, Sally J. Campbell

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volume 45, Number 2 (1994)

Volume: 45

Number: 2