Weed · 40 articles
Weeds remain one of the main factors limiting crop productivity. They compete with crops for soil moisture, light, and nutrients, creating favorable conditions for the spread of diseases and pests. For an agronomist, weed control is a complex task that requires a combination of proper tillage, adherence to crop rotation, and scientifically grounded herbicide application. Understanding the species composition of weeds and the specifics of their development is necessary to prevent resistance and reduce the risks of harvest losses at all stages: from soil preparation to crop protection during the growing season.
This collection gathers materials covering key aspects of weed control in field cropping, vegetable growing, and horticulture. Readers will find articles on modern methods of tillage, the efficacy of various herbicides, the prevention of weed resistance, as well as the results of long-term monitoring of weed species composition in different regions. Special attention is paid to the planning of agrotechnical measures and the organization of field trials. These data will serve as a practical tool for those who strive to create an effective crop protection system and increase harvest quality on their lands.
Soil and tillage For agronomists
Timely stubble tillage after harvesting cereal crops is a key condition for preserving soil moisture and protecting the future harvest from weeds, pests, and diseases. The article describes effective field preparation methods and critical timelines for operations to ensure successful sowing of spring crops
Plant protection For agronomists
Grass weeds create serious competition for industrial crops, significantly reducing their yield. The article analyzes the economic thresholds of weed infestation in crops and the effectiveness of using specialized herbicides
Viticulture For agronomists
Weeds deprive grapevines of nutrients, inducing diseases and reducing yield. The article examines methods of weed control using mulching, protective films, and proper herbicide application
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines the causes of weed resistance to herbicides in winter wheat crops. The author analyzes the mechanisms of resistance formation and proposes control methods for this phenomenon to maintain the yield of grain crops.
Plant protection For agronomists
The article presents the results of long-term studies on the species composition of weeds in berry plantations of Belarus. The obtained data will serve as a scientific basis for selecting the range of herbicides and optimizing plant protection of strawberries and raspberries against weed vegetation
Plant protection For agronomists
The article presents the results of long-term monitoring of phacelia seed lots. The authors identify the species composition and the quantity of weed diaspores typical of seed material sold in the retail networks of Western Siberia
Soil and tillage For agronomists
An effective tillage system is based on sound crop rotation and precise adherence to agrotechnical practices for each crop. The article provides practical recommendations for field preparation and examples of tillage within a crop rotation
Soil and tillage For agronomists
Winter precipitation, temperatures, and soil type determine the physical state of the arable land before sowing spring crops. Understanding these processes is essential for agronomists to properly plan spring tillage.
Plant protection For agronomists
The article presents the results of field trials of the florasulam-based herbicide Russel 100. The biological efficacy of the product in controlling broad-leaved weeds in maize and winter wheat crops is examined
Plant protection For agronomists
Mixed crops of maize and sunflower significantly increase the productivity of forage production but require thorough protection against weeds. The article reviews methods of soil herbicide application and test results on preserving the harvest of green mass
Seeds and varieties For agronomists
Cenchrus pauciflorus is a dangerous quarantine weed that actively displaces crops in fields, pastures, and orchards. The article provides a description of the morphological traits of this pest and the characteristics of its spikelets and caryopses.
Seeds and varieties For agronomists
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
