Burley Tobacco Extension
Burley Tobacco Extension

MH (maleic hydrazine) injury

MH (maleic hydrazine) injury

MH injury

(Photo by Brian Newman, Green County, KY)

MH injury

MH injury

A small amount of MH exposure in a transplant can cause dramatic strapping of leaves.  

 

MH injury

A small amount of residue left in a spray tank can cause severe damage to plants in the field.

MH injury

Over-application of MH can also cause leaf damage.

A reduced rate of MH (1.5 gal/A) in combination with Prime+ or Butralin reduces the risk of field damage and improves sucker control.

Contact Information

Bob Pearce
Extension Tobacco Specialist

1405 Veterans Drive Lexington, KY 40546

859-257-5110

rpearce@uky.edu