weeds
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Weeds are the number one pest for agricultural production. The development of the herbicide 2,4-D in the 1940s simultaneously reduced the need for physical labor and increased crop yields. Fast-forward to today, and 2,4-D is still a staple for controlling broadleaf weeds, but many other herbicides are available for agricultural and home lawn and landscape…
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Identification is the first step in controlling unwanted plants in cultivated spaces. We can narrow the options down with some simple classifications: season (summer or winter) and type (broadleaf or grass/grass-like). Let’s look at some of the common winter weeds out there now.
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Spring green-up is right around the corner. Following these practices will help maximize turfgrass and minimize weeds. There are three primary methods of weed control: cultural, mechanical, and chemical. To manage weeds consistently, we need to use all three.
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