10 Tips for Early Season Weed Control

As the temperature hit double digits, weeds begin to grow. It’s time to think about early-season weed control. Did you know that yield impact-wise, one weed a week before the crop = 100 weeds three weeks after the crop?

Have you ever wondered:

  • How to best scout for weeds in the early season?
  • Which modes of action to use?
  • When is the best time to spray?

For tips on weed control and more fun facts about weeds, tune in to our “In the Field” webinar video featuring Dr. Breanne Tidemann.

Watch the Video Here

Using a pre-emergence herbicide can be a helpful tool to control early-season weeds and implement one of the fundamental components of Integrated weed management (IWM) - herbicide layering. Check out this factsheet from the Resistant Wild Oat Action Committee (RWOAC) about pyroxasulfone, a Group 15 herbicide for early-season wild oat management.

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