1995 Annual Report for FW95-034
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1995: $530.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1997
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $1,671.00
Region: Western
State: Idaho
Principal Investigator:
Row Spacing Effect on Weed Suppression
Summary
The project plans to demonstrate the feasibility of reducing weeds in spring wheat by comparing a normal seed rate and normal spacing with increased seed rate and double drilling. Winter wheat stands suppress weeds because a dense cover is formed before weeds can develop. If it can be demonstrated that closer spacing or double drilling can significantly reduce weed pressure, producers may be able to reduce herbicide applications.