- Author: Marcelo Moretti
- Posted by: Gale Perez
Published on: September 9, 2022
Oregon leads the United States in the production of Christmas trees, with almost 8.5 million trees sold in 2015. Weed control is essential in Christmas trees to reduce competition for moisture and nutrients, allow fast and robust tree growth, and ensure growers top prices for high-quality trees. Research is needed on weed management in Christmas trees in the West to ensure they remain economically competitive. Herbicides are the primary weed control option for Christmas tree growers, but options are limited, and herbicide-resistant weeds challenge weed control. Herbicide resistance has increased weed management costs in Christmas trees; growers must now turn to mixtures of herbicides or planned rotations. Increased diversity of...
Focus Area Tags: Agriculture, Pest Management
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