Dr Neil Harker,John O'Donovan,Breanne Tidemann,Dr Michael Widderick,Vasileios P. Vasileiadis,Maurizio Sattin,Dr Per Kudsk,Simerjeet Kaur,Gulshan Mahajan,Dr Bhagirath Singh Chauhan
Instant Insights: Improving Crop Weed Management
Instant Insights: Improving Crop Weed Management
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This collection of reviews highlights the need for alternative weed control strategies that preserve herbicide efficacy and agricultural and environmental sustainability. It provides examples of successful implementation of integrated weed management in barley, maize, rice, and sorghum cultivation, and discusses the issue of herbicide resistance in weed varieties.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 17 August 2021
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing Limited
This meticulously assembled collection showcases a comprehensive array of five insightful reviews that delve into the latest and most significant research on enhancing crop weed management.
In the opening chapter, the pressing necessity for alternative weed control strategies that uphold herbicide efficacy while simultaneously promoting agricultural and environmental sustainability is emphasized. The chapter delves into the role of integrated weed management (IWM) in achieving this goal by implementing practices that enhance plant health, such as crop rotations and no-till farming.
The second chapter focuses on the application of IWM in barley cultivation. After providing an initial overview of traditional control methods, primarily relying on herbicides, the chapter presents two compelling case studies highlighting the successful implementation of IWM in barley.
The third chapter examines the profound impact of weeds on maize grown under temperate conditions in the United States and Europe. It offers a comprehensive summary of current weed management systems and explores the challenges posed by herbicide resistance in weed varieties.
The fourth chapter delves into the use of IWM in rice cultivation, emphasizing its potential to enhance crop productivity and performance. Detailed discussions are provided on various techniques that can be incorporated into an IWM strategy to achieve these outcomes.
The concluding chapter presents a range of weed management options and considerations for sorghum. It highlights the critical period for weed control to occur and emphasizes the importance of timely and effective management practices.
By presenting these comprehensive reviews, this collection provides valuable insights into the latest advancements in crop weed management, empowering researchers, farmers, and policymakers to develop effective strategies for sustainable agricultural practices.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801461672
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