Horticulture & Specialty Crops
Horticulture Crop Scouting Form
A scouting form for horticulture crops. Scouts record what they see in fields so pest, disease, and weed issues are noted and acted on. Use a fresh copy each season and keep old ones for comparison.
Download free PDF1 page, US Letter, prints clean in black and white
FormHorticulture & Specialty CropsFree PDF
What you fill in
- Field or block name
- Crop and growth stage
- Scout name and notes
- Pests observed and notes
- Disease signs and notes
- Weed pressure and notes
- Beneficial insects seen
- Recommended action and notes
How to use this form
Fill it out at the time of the event, check it over, and store it where you can find it. Copy it for anyone who needs a record.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
For more in this area, see the row crop calendar. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including International Crop Expo, and farming farm stories.