Product · 21 articles

Herbicide

Herbicides remain the primary tool for weed control in modern crop production. Effective application of chemical plant protection products allows not only to minimize competition between weeds and crops, but also to preserve yield potential in various agrocenoses — from grain and industrial crops to vineyards. At the same time, the key aspect of protection today is the prevention of resistance and adherence to application technologies, which requires an agronomist to have a deep understanding of weed biology and the mechanisms of action of the products.

In this collection, we have systematized relevant materials concerning weed control, including work with invasive species and the use of herbicides in mixed crops. Readers will find here the results of field trials of products, an analysis of the range of plant protection products, as well as recommendations for preventing weed species resistance to chemical treatments. In addition, the articles cover related topics important for integrated crop protection: methods of post-harvest tillage, ways to control residual pesticides, and strategies for optimizing agrotechnical measures aimed at increasing farm productivity.

Crop production For students

Abandonment of mouldboard ploughing and fundamentals of minimum tillage

Transition from traditional ploughing to minimum tillage allows protecting the agrocenosis from erosion and compaction. The article examines the causes of soil profile degradation by classical methods and presents effective ways to implement resource-saving technologies

Soil and tillage For agronomists

Specifics of tillage for stubble and post-harvest crops

Efficient soil preparation for stubble and post-harvest sowing requires immediate tillage after harvesting the predecessor crop. Adherence to technology and a differentiated approach to tillage depth allow for maximum retention of soil moisture and ensure the yield