Ethanol Byproduct Can Help Control Weeds For Flower And Plant Growers

Wednesday, July 2, 2008 - 11:21 in Biology & Nature

Commercial flower and plant growers know all too well that invasive, ubiquitous weeds cause trouble by lowering the value and deterring healthy growth of potted ornamental plants. To control weeds, many commercial nursery owners apply herbicides or pay workers to hand-weed containers. A new study investigated using "dried distillers grains with solubles" or DDGS as a weed deterrent on potted ornamentals.

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