Which harrow is suitable for weed control in organic cereals?
Problem
To achieve good yields and high grain quality, and to avoid increased weed pressure in subsequent crops, weeds must be controlled efficiently in organic cereal production. Different mechanical devices are available for weed control.
Solution
The tined harrow and the rotary hoe are two commonly used mechanical tools for weed control. In recent years, the Treffler Company re-invented the concept of the harrow and introduced the precision tined harrow. Inagro tested the tined harrow, the rotary hoe and the precision tined harrow to determine the most effective device.
Outcome
The precision tined harrow had the best impact on soil and weeds, as each tine leaves its own trace. The rotary hoe just created small holes, but broke up the soil crust. Two successive treatments doubled the efficiency against weeds. Link: http://orgprints.org/32612/1/PA_026_INAGRO_harrow_cereals_final.pdf
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