COMPARATIVE OF CULTURAL AND CHEMICAL CONTROL FOR WEED SUPPRESSION IN MAIZE (ZEA MAYS) CULTIVATION
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https://doi.org/10.35631/IJIREV.824037Keywords:
Herbicides, Maize (Zea Mays), Silver Mulch, Weed Density, Weed SuppressionAbstract
Weed suppression is a critical factor in maize (Zea mays) cultivation, influencing crop growth and yield. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of cultural (silver shine mulching) and chemical (Atrazine herbicide) weed control methods in maize production. The experiment included three treatments consist of T1 (without control), T2 (mulching), and T3 (herbicide application). Various agronomic parameters including plant height, dry weight of cob, biomass, number of productive tillers, and weed dry weight were evaluated. The results indicated that T2 and T3 significantly reduced weed biomass compared to T1, with no significant difference between T2 and T3 in weed suppression. T2 exhibited an ecofriendly and sustainable approach, while T3 provided rapid and effective weed control. Additionally, maize plants in T2 and T3 had higher biomass and cob weight due to reduced competition of weeds for nutrients. The study concludes that both mulching and herbicide application are viable weed management strategies, with the choice depending on cost, labor availability, and environmental considerations. Future research should explore the long-term impacts of these methods on soil fertility and other significant issues.
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