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After completing this Lesson, you have learned to answer: 1.When the first schedule for weed control activity in pearl millet should start? 2.How pre-sowing rainfall or irrigation helps in better weed control in pearl millet? 3.What methods of weed control are practiced in pearl millet cultivation? 4.List the cultural practices that help in reducing the weeds in pearl millet crop? 5.What is the correct schedule for manual weeding in pearl millet crop? Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed Control Strategies Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control After completion of this Lesson, you have learned to answer: 6.What is the correct schedule for intercultivation to take care of weeds in pearl millet crop? 7.What precautions one should take to use herbicides for weed control in pearl millet crop? 8.List the herbicides based on their time of application? 9.Give an example of pre-planting herbicide for pearl millet weed control? 10.Describe your recommendation for one pre- emergence herbicide for pearl millet weed control?

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Weed control need to be practiced in pearl millet crop even before sowing so that the plants grow without any weed competition from germination onwards. That means the first weed control activity starts even before sowing pearl millet. Weed-free field for sowing

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control The weed seeds in the soil are allowed to germinate with the first rainfall and then the final harrowing or plowing is carried out. This practice will provide a weed free environment for vigorous and robust growth for the pearl millet seedlings. Weed-free environment in the early stages

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Weeds are not allowed to grow during the first 20 to 30 days of growth of pearl millet plants as this is the most critical weed competition period. Weed-free young crop

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Late weeding by farmers is due to many factors: Unavailability of labor in peak periods Cost of labor etc. Erratic rainfall Wait for weeds to become fodder to feed the cattle However, it should be remembered that delaying weeding will lower the yield proportionate to the delay.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control There are 3 methods of weed control practices. Control through crop cultural practices Manual or mechanical control Chemical control Efficient and effective weed control can be achieved by wisely combining the above methods of weed control practices.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Cultural practices A good crop cover by adopting right spacing between rows and within the row will smother the weed growth. For this adopt the recommended spacing of 45 cm between rows and 10 cm between the plants within the row.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Cultural practices Mulching the soil surface in between rows with crop residue material like straw etc. may prevent the germination of weed seeds and at the same time smothers the established young weeds. This mulching practice also helps in conserving the soil moisture. Example of mulching with straw

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Cultural practices Growing pearl millet crop every year in the same field (monocropping) encourages injurious weeds to multiply like nut sedge, Bermuda grass(dhub), Striga etc. and dominate in the field. Such weeds will reduce pearl millet crop yields much more than the competition from a wide spectrum of weeds. So, adopting proper crop rotation practices will help in overcoming the domination of certain weeds and lessening the weed competition in pearl millet crop.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Cultural practices Intercropping practice in pearl millet crop not only provide the monetary and land utilization advantages but also help in smothering the weeds with good crop cover over the land surface. Pearl millet-Pigeonpea intercropping

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Manual weeding Manual weeding is a very common practice to control weeds in pearl millet crop. Timely weeding is important than the frequency of weeding. It is necessary to keep the crop free during the first month of its growth through manual weeding. Manual weeding

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Manual weeding Hand hoeing is an effective method adopted widely to control weeds in the inter - row spaces of line-sown crop. This method provides excellent physical condition to the crop growth by way of soil aeration through stirring of the soil (Fig.). Hand hoeing to control weeds

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Manual weeding First hand weeding is done at about days after sowing and should be repeated at fortnightly intervals up to 45 days of the crop. Manually operated implements like wheel push hoe are also used to control weeds in pearl millet.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Mechanical weeding Blade harrowing in relatively dry and loose soil between the rows of pearl millet, is a widely followed method for effective weed control as this operation cuts the root system of weeds resulting in desiccation of weeds. Intercultivation using blade harrow

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Mechanical weeding Duck-foot harrows are also used for intercultivation in pearl millet. The first intercultivation is done about two weeks after sowing and the second and the third about a fortnight and a week later. No interculture would be possible when once the plants grow tall.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control The delay in manual weeding and intercultivation could be due to uncertain weather conditions. Therefore, chemical weed control has a place in pearl millet weed control strategy. Chemical control or herbicide application is advantageous in case of non-availability of labor and/or very high cost of labor for manual weeding.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Use of correct herbicide will provide completely weed-free situation to the crop where as manual or mechanical weeding can be practiced only after the emergence of weeds. Use of chemicals (herbicides) to control weeds should be based on their comparative advantage over the manual and mechanical control of weeds.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Herbicide application requires some knowledge about the use of such chemicals. Improper use of herbicides may lead to the complete loss of the crop and also of crops that follow in that field. The farmers need to understand the proper use and application of herbicides before applying them to control weeds in pearl millet crop.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Satisfactory control can be obtained by combining timely cultivation, crop rotation and herbicide applications. However, efficient and cost-effective weed control can be achieved by using combination of herbicides, or combining manual and herbicide control methods.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Depending on the time of application, herbicides are grouped as: pre–planting (incorporated into the soil before sowing of the crop) herbicides, pre–emergence (after sowing but before emergence of seedling) herbicides, post–emergence (after emergence of weeds and the crop) herbicides.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Pre–sowing/planting (incorporated into the soil before sowing of the crop) application of herbicides.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Pre–emergence (after sowing but before emergence of seedling) application of herbicides.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Post–emergence (after emergence of weeds and the crop) application of herbicides.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Herbicides should be selected based on specific type of weeds (broad leaved or grasses or sedges) encountered in a field, and also keeping in view the rotational crops followed after pearl millet harvest. It is very difficult to control grassy weeds with post-emergence herbicides as pearl millet crop itself may be affected. So plan to use a pre-emergent herbicide if grassy weeds are expected.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control In general, herbicides like Atrazine, Propazine, Prometryne and Simazine are recommended for weed control in pearl millet. Atrazine usually gives better control of weeds than Propazine but Propazine was found to be safest.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control If the field is weedy with annual grasses and broad leaved weeds before sowing pearl millet: Spray Praquat (Gramoxone) on the weeds at 0.5 to 1.5 liters per ha depending on the weed density. Consult the product label prior to use.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control If the field is weedy with annual grasses and broad leaved weeds before sowing pearl millet: If sedges like Cyperus spp., Bermuda grass, Johnson grass,field bind weed dominate in the field, spray Glyphosate (Roundup) at 0.5 to 1 liter. Direct the spray on the weeds as Glyphosate becomes inactive in the soil. Consult the product label prior to use.

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Pre-emergence application: Atrazine or Propazine or Prometryne at 1.0 kg a.i./ha is recommended to control emerging weeds after the sowing of pearl millet. There should be optimum soil moisture at the time of application of Atrazine

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Pre-emergence application: Application of Metalochlor 1 kg a.i./ha found to control the weeds effectively and increase the yield and net income of pearl millet intercropped with pulses like Cowpea / Black gram / Green gram (mungbean).

Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Lesson 2: Weed control Strategies Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Chemical control Post-emergence application: Low rates of 2,4-D at 0.5 to 1.0 kg/ha may be applied when the plants are between 10 to 30 cm tall. Spraying later time affects yield by reducing seed set. Early treatment can also be injurious by damaging the root system.

With this, the Lesson 2 about strategies for controlling weeds in pearl millet cultivation, and also this Module concludes. If you want to test your understanding about weeds and weed control in pearl millet, please click on the “Exercise” button in Module IX contents. Next, Module X in this course is about soil moisture relationships and irrigation in pearl millet cultivation. Select Module X from Course contents. Virtual Academy for the Semi Arid Tropics Module IX: Weeds and Weed Control Course on Pearl Millet Production Practices