The report pointed out that the most common pre-emergence herbicides used in Nigeria by cassava farmers are formulations containing atrazine...
has recommended safer and environment-friendly pre-emergence herbicide options for weed control in cassava production in Nigeria.
“The pre-emergence herbicide application alone, at rates safe for cassava, did not provide adequate season-long weed control. According to the report, the most damaging effects of weeds on cassava occur during two periods, the first two to three weeks after planting when the growth rate is still low, and in the third month after planting as the roots start forming.
“Delayed weeding leads to reduced yields since weeds compete with cassava for nutrients,” it said. “Given the difficulties of using hand-held hoes, several farmers in Nigeria are resorting to herbicides for weed control.”
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