Weed Management for Organic Farmers, Growers and Small Holders: a Complete Guide

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This well researched book covers all aspects of organic weed management. It is essential reading, not only for organic farmers, growers, and smallholders, but also for organic advisers and consultants, agricultural students and all those who have an interest in weed management theory and practice in organic farming systems. The authors provide a practical guide to weed management practices on organic farms in temperate areas and emphasize a 'whole system approach' to organic weed management in the context of whole rotations. The book examines the scientific and organic principles underlying weed management and considers their implications for weed control. A thorough assessment is made of all of the common weeds and the different methods needed to manage them, both within particular crops and across broader organic agricultural systems. <

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Gareth Davies, Becky Turner and Bill Bond are all experienced researchers specializing in organic farming and organic weed management. They work as part of the Organic Research and Development Programme of the Henry Doubleday Research Association. They have a strong record in practical organic farming research, and have made a significant contribution to the development of knowledge about organic weed management.