Textbook on Weed Science Principles and Practices

A.veeramani A.veeramani

ISBN 10: 9358870656 / ISBN 13: 9789358870657

Published by Nipa, 2019

KlappentextThis book was incorporated with general information about weeds with need based data on losses caused by weeds in agriculture and allied fields which include livestock, horticulture crops etc. and also national level loss in t. Seller Inventory # 1036277875

Synopsis:

This book presents a comprehensive guide to the management of weeds in agriculture and allied fields, such as livestock and horticulture crops. The publication includes need-based data on losses caused by weeds, as well as national-level reductions in food grain production in the Indian economy. The book delves into the biology and ecology of weeds, as well as weed surveys and sampling techniques. It also offers detailed information on various weed control methods specific to crops in agriculture and horticulture. The book emphasizes the importance of integrated weed management, highlighting key crops grown in India and recommending best practices for farmers and extension workers. The history and classification of herbicides, as well as their characteristics and modes of action, are also covered in separate chapters. The book also discusses herbicide mixtures, combinations, rotations, and their interactions, as well as the development of herbicide-resistant crops worldwide. Additionally, the book includes chapters on weed shifts and their management, as well as economic analysis of weed management.

About the Author: A.Veeramani, Professor, is presently working at Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Textbook on Weed Science Principles and ...
Publisher: Nipa
Publication Date: 2019
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New