Some Proposed Changes in the Legislation Governing the use of Toxic Chemicals in Agriculture in Britain |
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| Authors: | C. T. Duval |
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| Affiliation: | Agricultural Research Council Weed Research Organization , Begbroke Hill. Yarnton, Oxford, OX5 1PF, UK |
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| Abstract: | Abstract The climate, soil types, vegetation, land use and crops of The Gambia are briefly introduced. The most important weeds are commented on and a checklist of 219 species is appended. Methods of weed control in current use and which are undergoing research and development are described. They include hand cultivations, animal-drawn equipment, herbicides and fallow management. Current training of farmers and agricultural staff is mentioned. |
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| Keywords: | Economic injury level crop stage population stem borer |
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