The method of killing weeds does not use chemicals

Weed is a headache for farmers of countries around the world, including countries with advanced technology like the US.

Weed is a headache for farmers of countries around the world, including countries with advanced technology like the US. US scientists have found a new way of controlling weeds with a covered plant instead of using chemicals.

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These types of vegetation after drying and decaying will be a very useful source of fertilizer for the next crop land.(Photo: tipnut.com).

The US Department of Agriculture researcher Steve Mirsky and other researchers conducted a field of rye cultivation before the seeding season. When the tree was about 2 meters tall, the team instead of cutting rye, flattened them by rolling machines with rollers, compressing and pressing them into a thick carpet that prevented weeds from growing.Rye is used as a cover crop because it helps prevent erosion, helps soil retain nutrients, and reduces the need for soil preparation.

Researcher Steve Mirsky said: 'This rye layer covers the entire ground, reducing the amount of light on the ground surface. This blanket also helps to moisten the soil, while preventing weed growth and development. '

Although it takes more time to apply this method, the research team said that vegetation types after drying and rotting will be a very useful source of fertilizer for the next crop land. One of the biggest benefits of using this method is that the plants will be completely organic, not using chemicals.

Update 17 December 2018
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