Chapter 10: Cultural Practices and Biological Control Methods
Chapter Authors
Dr. Deana Namuth-Covert, Professor and Ms. Amy Kohmetscher, Instructional Designer
Ohio State – Agricultural Technical Institute
College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
The Ohio State University
In the last chapter we briefly looked at the five weed control approaches of Integrated Weed Management (IWM): prevention, cultural, biological, mechanical and chemical control methods. We went into a detailed discussion about prevention methods and how this can save a lot of time and resources in managing weeds later. In this chapter we will discuss the tools available in cultural practices and biological control approaches, as part of an overall weed management plan.