When it comes to weed control in pastures and hayfields, it may require several tools to be successful. The best defense against weeds is a good, dense stand of grass or forage. There are several ...

Integrated pest management is an approach to plant care that uses all available tools to ensure healthy growth. It involves the use of cultural, genetic, mechanical and biological control methods to ...

As spring approaches, homeowners and landowners are beginning to see several types of winter weeds in their lawns and pastures. This sight makes many prepare to spray herbicides to control these ...

Check nozzles and pressures for a consistent chemical spread on crops Teagasc's Tom Ryan checks sprayer nozzle calibration at Kildalton Agri College, Co Kilkenny Sprayer nozzles do wear with use over ...

PESTICIDE debate in Zimbabwe often focuses on chemicals and protective clothing, yet one of the greatest risks is routinely ignored: sprayer calibration treated as minor agronomic detail, poor ...

I have answered many calls to the Extension Office in the past few weeks dealing with weed control in home lawns. Summer-annual and perennial weeds will soon be sprouting everywhere. The recent warm ...