As of March 31, 2025, the Fusarium Head Blight risk forecast model indicates low risk for the main wheat-producing areas of the state (this can change quickly with storms coming through later this afternoon). In the south and central parts of the state, wheat growth is primarily in the late heading and/or early flowering stages. It is advised to keep monitoring the Fusarium Risk Tool to make an informed decision if a fungicide is needed for FHB management. Several county agents have reported wheat fields with heavy infections of powdery mildew and stripe rust infections. Check the 2025 Georgia Pest Management Handbook for wheat and oats disease control fungicide selection. Follow label instructions. For more or specific information contact your UGA local ANR county agent.

--Alfredo Martinez-Espinoza, Professor and Extension Specialist , University of Georgia