Preparing for Tropical Storm Debby
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Collapse ▲The growing conditions in Pitt County have been challenging this season. The lack of rain in the last weeks of June resulted in significant crop losses across the county. The corn crop was particularly devastated, while other crops were stunted. In July, large amounts of rainfall initially provided much-needed relief, but ultimately proved excessive. As August begins, Tropical Storm Debby is developing into a weather system that may pose additional challenges for crop yields.
Dr. Matthew Vann, a Tobacco Specialist at NCSU, highlights four areas of concern regarding Tropical Storm Debby. First, the storm is expected to affect every major flue-cured tobacco growing area in the U.S. Second, while strong winds can knock over tobacco plants, prolonged wind exposure can accelerate leaf deterioration. Ethylene, the chemical responsible for ripening tobacco leaves, is produced in greater quantities when plants are subjected to sustained wind. Third, standing water can exacerbate leaf deterioration by suffocating the plant’s root zone. It can damage the roots, leading to further leaf deterioration. If standing water is present for more than 24 hours, it is crucial to take steps to remove it. Finally, once the storm has passed, growers should prioritize harvesting the most severely affected fields. Dr. Chad Poole, the Water Resiliency Extension Specialist at NCSU warns “Many of our field crops have not reached maturity, so they will be heavily impacted by standing
water. It is likely that drainage ways will be backed up and if they are, it will take significant time to relieve ponded conditions in the crop. Crops like tobacco, soybeans, cotton, sweet potatoes, some corn and other specialty crops will be most impacted.”.
In light of Tropical Storm Debby, North Carolina is currently under a State of Emergency. Governor Roy Cooper has directed the Department of Public Safety to temporarily suspend the weighing of vehicles transporting livestock, poultry, crops, including timber ready for harvest, and feed for livestock and poultry within the emergency area. The order also waives the maximum hours of service allowed for drivers. More details can be found in the press release linked here: Press Release.
Pitt County Extension is available to assist with decision-making as we navigate these challenges. For more information, please contact Jonathan Smith via email at jfsmith8@ncsu.edu or by phone at (252) 902-1704.