Weed Control in Cucurbit Crops (Muskmelon, Cucumber, Squash, and Watermelon)

Stall, William M.

doi:10.32473/edis-wg029-2009

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“…Weeds cause remarkable reduction in the yield of the crop between 75% and 87% as compared with those kept free from weeds within the growth period. Weeds have been known to be a major menace to the vegetative growth yield of crops from the era of early man till date [24]. Farmers are greatly faced with the problem of weed management while carrying out farming activities and the interference of these weeds in the growth, development, and productivity of crop plants.…”

Section: Weeds and Need For Weed Controlmentioning

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Organic Weed Control Measures for Nigerian Cropping System

Ansa¹,

Wiro²

2020

EJFOOD

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The need for sustainability has been the focus of every country especially developing countries of which Nigeria belongs. Population increases at an uncontrollable dimension and the provision of food for the populace becomes paramount. The productivity of crops is seriously hampered due to influence of weds which reduce the quantity and quality of plants by affecting plants growth, development and yield. Weeds reduce crops performance by as much as 80% in an uncontrolled situation. To increase crops yield and control weeds, synthetic substances like inorganic fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides were introduced into Nigerian cropping system. These off-farm-inputs caused soil degradation, soil compartment, soil pollution and environmental hazard as well as life uncertainty (insecurity) as herbicides enter water bodies and affect animals and human when such polluted underground water is used. Research on more efficient and effective means of saving the soil from destruction and adequate weed control measures gave rise to organic farming. The emergence of organic weed control is geared towards the effective control of weeds with environmental consideration and soil enrichment. Many organic weed control measures have been identified in Nigerian cropping system to include: use of cover crops, use of green manure, use of crop rotation, use of soil fauna, tillage, use of allelopathic plants, use of farmyard manures and biofertilizers. It was recommended that for increased food production to be achieved, organic farming system should be adopted, government at all levels should give more attention to the training of more personnel who will adequately control weeds, organic weed control measures should be advocated (encouraged) and there should be enlightenment for the Nigerian farmers on the need to adopt organic weed control measures in their cropping system for increased crop productivity.

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Organic Weed Control Measures for Nigerian Cropping System

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Wiro²

2020

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“…Watermelon is considered one of the primary specialty crops in Georgia, with 6,799 planted hectares in 2023 (USDA 2024). Weeds that emerge in watermelon within the first 4 to 5 weeks can significantly reduce yield from unwanted competition (Stall 2009). Thus, critical components for maximizing weed control and yield include crop rotations, tillage, and a robust herbicide program (Culpepper and Vance 2020).…”

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Grain Sorghum Response to Simulated Fomesafen and Terbacil Carryover from Watermelons in Georgia

Shay,

Prostko

2024

Weed Technol

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Georgia growers can benefit from double-cropping grain sorghum following watermelon to maximize land use and add economic value to their operations. However, capitalizing on the economic advantages of harvesting two crops within a single season must account for potential herbicide injury to rotational crops. An integrated weed management strategy that includes a preplant application of fomesafen and terbacil is recommended for weed control in watermelon production systems. However, currently labeled plant-back restrictions for grain sorghum require a minimum of 10 and 24 months for fomesafen and terbacil, respectively. Therefore, this research aimed to determine the tolerance of grain sorghum to fomesafen and terbacil following soil applications applied 90 to 100 d before planting (DBP). Experiments were conducted at the University of Georgia Ponder Research Farm from 2019 to 2023. The experimental design was a randomized complete block with 4 replications. Five rates of fomesafen (35, 70, 140, 210, 280 g ai ha-1), four rates of terbacil (3.5, 7.0, 10.5, 14.0 g ai ha-1) and a non-treated control, were evaluated. In 2019, fomesafen caused significant sorghum leaf necrosis, plant density reductions, height reductions, and yield reductions of at least 16%, especially when applied at rates ≥ 210 g ai ha-1. Terbacil had little to no effect on sorghum injury, density, height, or yield in any year. These results suggest that sorghum has sufficient tolerance to terbacil when applied 90-100 DBP. In 4 of 5 years, sorghum had an acceptable tolerance to fomesafen when applied 90 to 100 DBP. However, yield losses observed in 2019 suggest that caution should be taken when fomesafen is applied 90 to 100 DBP grain sorghum at ≥ 210 g ai ha-1.

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Weed and Its Management in Cucurbitaceous Vegetables

Mondal

2020

Stresses of Cucurbits: Current Status and Management

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Weed Control in Cucurbit Crops (Muskmelon, Cucumber, Squash, and Watermelon)

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Organic Weed Control Measures for Nigerian Cropping System

Organic Weed Control Measures for Nigerian Cropping System

Grain Sorghum Response to Simulated Fomesafen and Terbacil Carryover from Watermelons in Georgia

Weed and Its Management in Cucurbitaceous Vegetables

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