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Seeds and varietal composition: quality and seed preparation, germination capacity and energy, seed dressing, sowing rates. Characteristics of varieties and hybrids, principles of selection based on the growing zone and intended use of the produce.
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The article provides a detailed botanical characterization of the fruits and seed of the weed *Malva neglecta*. Their external features, morphometric parameters, and distribution area are examined
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Field cow-wheat is a dangerous weed infesting winter and spring crop sowings and reducing the quality of the harvest. The toxic glycoside rhinanthin contained in the seeds poses a serious threat to human health and livestock animals.
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The article describes the morphological characteristics and external distinguishing features of common figwort seed. The material will help agronomists to identify this dangerous weed in seed material and field conditions in a timely manner.
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Digitalis ciliata is a dangerous weed containing cardiac glycosides. The article describes seed morphology and the mechanism of the plant’s toxic effect on the organism
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The article provides a description of the morphological characteristics of seeds and capsules of Striga lutea, as well as a list of its host crops and weed plants. The material covers the geography of the parasite's distribution and its quarantine status in the Russian Federation
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Catchweed bedstraw is a dangerous weed that reduces grain quality and poses a serious threat to the health of livestock animals. The article examines the biological features of this plant and the key characteristics of its fruits that complicate the control of weed infestation
