Key to blackspot severity scores
Field pea crops should be sown so that the majority of blackspot spores (approximately 60%) have been released prior to the crop emergence.
| Blackspot risk | 5 out of 10 years | 3 out of 10 years | 1 out of 10 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 2 | 5 | 15 |
| Medium | 20 | 25 | 35 |
| High | 25 | 30 | 50 |
Balaklava
Rainfall to date: 25.2mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 15
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Blyth (Hart)
Rainfall to date: 30.1mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 22
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Bordertown
Rainfall to date: 32mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 21
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Bute
Rainfall to date: 34.5mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 26
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Clare
Rainfall to date: 46mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 35
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 3-4 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | Medium | Medium |
Crystal Brook
Rainfall to date: 25mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 14
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Eudunda
Rainfall to date: 49.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 27
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3 to 4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Keith
Rainfall to date: 27.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 13
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Kent Town
Rainfall to date: 31.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 14
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Kimba
Rainfall to date: 26.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 8
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Kingsford
Rainfall to date: 43.2mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 36
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 3-4 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | Medium | Medium |
Kyancutta
Rainfall to date: 29.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 15
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Lameroo
Rainfall to date: 13.3mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 7
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Lock
Rainfall to date: 34mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 21
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Maitland
Rainfall to date: 37.2mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 26
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Mannum
Rainfall to date: 23mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 10
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Minlaton
Rainfall to date: 24.9mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 15
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Minnipa
Rainfall to date: 25.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 17
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Marginally early |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Mount Barker
Rainfall to date: 84.3mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 45
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 3-4 | 3-4 | 2 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | Medium | Medium | Low |
Murray Bridge
Rainfall to date: 25.3mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 15
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Mypolonga
Rainfall to date: 21.4mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 9
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Naracoorte
Rainfall to date: 41.8mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 36
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 3-4 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | Medium | Medium |
Nuriootpa
Rainfall to date: 44.6mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 25
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Palmer
Rainfall to date: 36mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 22
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Port Broughton
Rainfall to date: 31.1mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 22
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Riverton
Rainfall to date: 46.4mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 28
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Sedan
Rainfall to date: 25.2mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 12
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Snowtown
Rainfall to date: 42.4mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 30
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3 to 4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Strathalbyn
Rainfall to date: 42.4mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 26
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | Medium |
Tumby Bay
Rainfall to date: 25.4mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 10
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Yeelanna
Rainfall to date: 37mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 18
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
Yorketown
Rainfall to date: 25.1mm. Days with significant stubble moisture: 8
| Weekly forecast | 15 Apr | 22 Apr | 29 Apr |
| Blackspot severity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Sowing guide (based on agronomic suitability) | Too early to sow | Too early to sow | Too early to sow |
| Blackspot risk | High | High | High |
More Information
For more information contact Dr Jenny Davidson at SARDI on ph +61 (0)8 8303 9389.
