Manuka Oil Shows Promise as a More Effective but Natural Weed Deterrent
Thursday, October 20, 2011 - 14:30
in Earth & Climate
Weeds have a greater impact on crop yields than any other pests. Over the past several decades, farmers have continually turned to synthetic herbicides because they are the most effective deterrent against weeds. However, demand for organic food is rising, and public sentiment toward synthetic herbicides is increasingly negative. There is a need--and a market--for new, natural weed management tools.