Weed Management: Harmful Effects in Agriculture

Description

Weed management is an ever-present challenge to crop production. This chapter explores general principles regarding direct effects of common weed management practices including mechanical practices and herbicide applications on soil carbon dynamics. It addresses the weed management–soil quality paradox and examines strategies aimed at managing both weeds and soil quality simultaneously. The deleterious effects of common mechanical and chemical–based weed management practices on soil organic carbon may be offset by soil–building practices such as applying manure or compost and growing cover crops. This book “Weed Management Harmful Effects in Agriculture” deals with understanding how plants alter the soil ecosystem is critical to the management of crop–weed interactions and the consequent impacts of weed management practices on soil quality. This book augments basic knowledge which is beneficial for students, teachers as well researches of this sector.