Control Methods

• Biological
• Chemical
• Cultural
• Mechanical

Year-Round Weed Management Strategies:

• Prevention:  Employ sanitary practices; prevent new weed infestations. Prevent weed shifts resulting from repeated:
  • Cultivation (enhances perennial weeds).
  • Mowing (enhances prostrate weeds).
  • Herbicides (enhance tolerant weeds, new weed biotypes, new microorganisms that render herbicide inactive.
• Identify and Map:
  • Use reference books to help identify annual and perennial weeds.
  • Map and record infestations (weed abundance).
  • Keep yearly records

• Prioritize Weeds (develop thresholds):
  • Highly competitive weeds (control).
  • Moderately competitive weeds (suppress).
  • Low growing or noncompetitive weeds (don't worry).
• List Controls:
  • Your experience.
  • Local experts to contact for advice and information.
  • Published information.
  • Learn strengths and weaknesses of each control method and what will suit your needs for management the best, considering cost, time available, how many follow-up's are needed, efficient control and results accomplished.