A Michigan State University study found the top 6 apps correctly identified anywhere from 11-67% of weeds. One app came out on top by successfully identifying 67% of 130 plants photographed, including 43% of grassy weeds.
Experts with the Weed Science Society of America say one often-ignored strategy for controlling herbicide-resistant weeds is now getting a second look. Farmers are finding success by ensuring that weed seeds remaining in the field at harvest time aren’t dispersed and left to sprout in subsequent growing seasons.
Source: Mark Loux, Ohio State University Extension
Ohio State University Extension has currently started the second year of a three-year partnership of ag industry, USB, and a number of land grant universities to provide education and resources for managing herbicide site of action and mitigating herbicide resistance.
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