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What is the main principle of selecting biological control agents?
Host specificity and synchronization of life-cycle with target weeds
Which characteristic is important for biological control agents to have?
Ability to spread and find target weeds
What is an advantage of biological weed control?
Environmentally safe
What is a disadvantage of biological control?
Generally not possible for intensive agricultural/landscape areas
What is an advantage of chemical weed control?
Various types available
Test your knowledge on the history of weed control, the concept of weed management, and weed control strategies. Learn about eradication, prevention, and control methods to minimize weed density and competition for a greater economic return from crops.
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