Burley Tobacco Extension
Burley Tobacco Extension

DNA Sucker Control Damage

DNA Sucker Control Damage

DNA Sucker Control Damage to Tobacco

DNA sucker control damage

Dinitrolanaline (DNA) type sucker control chemicals include Butralin, Prime+ and Flupro. Damage from these
chemicals in burley tobacco is rare.  Damage is more common in flue cured tobacco. Symptoms can include a
crinkling and twisting of upper leaves.

Contact Information

Bob Pearce
Extension Tobacco Specialist

1405 Veterans Drive Lexington, KY 40546

859-257-5110

rpearce@uky.edu