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Advances in managing grassland weeds

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The term "weed" is both relative and subjective, defined contextually and in relation to human activities. In this chapter, we discuss weeds in different grassland types, ranging from cultivated fe...
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The term "weed" is both relative and subjective, defined contextually and in relation to human activities. In this chapter, we discuss weeds in different grassland types, ranging from cultivated feed crops in arable land (leys) to natural multispecies grasslands. As agricultural systems transition from monocultures to more diverse natural ecosystems, the perception of what constitutes a weed may shift. In the current framework of complex human societies driving significant environmental changes, questions arise regarding whether weeds are always detrimental or if they can potentially offer solutions as well. We review different management practices to prevent weed proliferation, e.g. Nature-based Solutions (NbS) that, in contrast to conventional agriculture, include the role of biodiversity in suppressing weeds. To sustainably manage grasslands, we should address both the opportunities and threats posed by weeds. Challenges and solutions are discussed in the framework of a case study in Catalonia.

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Price: £25.00
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Imprint: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Series: Burleigh Dodds Series in Agricultural Science
Publication Date: 21 January 2026
ISBN: 9781835456125
Format: eBook
BISACs:

TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / Sustainable Agriculture, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Agriculture / Forestry, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Pest Control

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  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Weeds: a threat or an opportunity?
  • 3 Nature-based solutions for weed management
  • 4 Weeds and management within models ofsustainable agriculture
  • 5 Case study: weed management in alfalfa as a foragecrop
  • 6 Future trends in weed management
  • 7 Acknowledgments
  • 8 References