Project Type: Research and Education
Funds awarded in 2010: $174,603.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2013
Region: North Central
State: South Dakota
Project Coordinator:
Dr. Frank Forcella
USDA-ARS
Description:
Air-Propelled Abrasive Grit Management (PAGMan) is being developed for selective, postemergence, in-row weed control in corn, soybean, and other crops that are grown in widely-spaced rows. PAGMan allows organic growers to control small weeds in row crops without seriously affecting the crop. It lessens the dependence on soil cultivation for in-row weed control. Weeds between the crop rows can be managed by other methods, such as inter-row cultivation, flaming, or mowing.
Type:
Multimedia
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators; Researchers; Consumers
This product is associated with the project "Development and Demonstration of a New Method of Physical Weed Control"
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.