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Using a partner crop in maize for weed suppression

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Practice abstract "Using a partner crop in maize for weed suppression"

Authors: Marie Wesselink, Elsbeth Smit

Problem: It is very common to use chemical herbicides to control weeds in maize. Considering the negative environmental impact of this practice and the societal pressure to reduce herbicide use, finding alternative solutions is desirable.  

Solution: The diversification of the maize crop is a possible solution: sowing the maize in a (winter) partner crop, mowing the partner crop, and using the mulch for soil cover and weed suppression.

English:
zenodo.org: Using a partner crop in maize for weed suppression

Dutch:
zenodo.org: Gebruik van een partnergewas in mais tegen de onkruiddruk

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