Non-Chemical Weed Management

Catalog description

This course explores weed management options without the use of synthetic herbicides. Biological and ecological relationships between crops and weeds are characterized. Site specific and sustainable weed management systems are explored with emphasis on mechanical, cultural, and biological methods. Environmentally sustainable weed management methods are discussed in organic and non-organic farming. Prerequisites: PS 103 or HO 111 . Cross-Listed: PS 345 .