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How we can control weeds without spraying them with chemicals? Here are the best approaches. Spraying weeds with chemicals are dangerous to biodiversity.

Mulching, Applying organic mulch like straw, wood chips, or leaves suppresses weed growth by blocking sunlight and preventing weed seeds from germinating.

Hand Weeding, Regularly pulling weeds by hand is effective, especially for small garden plots. It's crucial to remove weeds before they flower and set seeds.

Hoeing and Cultivation,Using a hoe or cultivator to disturb the soil surface and uproot weeds is an efficient method, particularly for larger garden areas.

Weed Barrier Fabric, Installing weed barrier fabric in garden beds prevents weed growth by blocking sunlight and inhibiting weed seed germination.

Flame Weeding, Passing a propane torch or flame weeder over weed-infested areas quickly burns and kills weeds, particularly effective for young, annual weeds.

Cover Crops, Planting cover crops like clover or rye during the off-season helps suppress weeds, improve soil health, and add organic matter to the soil.

Crop Rotation, Rotating crops in garden beds disrupts weed life cycles and prevents the buildup of weed populations adapted to specific crops.

Deep Rooted Perennials, Introducing deep-rooted perennial plants into garden beds helps break up compacted soil, improve soil drainage, and outcompete weeds for resources.

these non-spraying methods, we can effectively manage weeds in gardens while promoting soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable gardening practices

How we can avoid using acaricides and pesticides to control pests.
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Methods to control pests and manage crop health without relying on acaricides and pesticides.
Biological Control: by Introducing natural predators, parasites, or pathogens that target pest species can help control pest populations. Examples include ladybugs for aphid control or Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) for controlling caterpillars.

Crop Rotation:Rotating crops can disrupt pest life cycles and reduce pest populations. Different crops have varying susceptibility to pests and diseases, so rotating crops can help maintain soil health and minimize pest pressure.

Physical Barriers: Using physical barriers such as row covers or netting can prevent pests from reaching crops. This method is particularly useful for protecting crops from insects and birds.

Trap Crops: Planting specific crops that attract pests away from the main crop can help protect the primary crop. Trap crops divert pests' attention, reducing damage to the main crop.

Cultural Practices:Practices such as proper irrigation, weed management, and maintaining soil health can improve crop resilience to pests and diseases. Healthy plants are less susceptible to pest infestations.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Implementing a comprehensive IPM approach involves combining multiple pest control strategies to minimize pesticide use while effectively managing pests. This approach emphasizes monitoring, prevention, and using pesticides only when necessary.

Organic Farming Practices: Organic farming prohibits the use of synthetic pesticides and emphasizes natural and sustainable methods for pest management. This includes practices such as composting, cover cropping, and encouraging biodiversity on the farm.

If we use these methods, we can reduce reliance on acaricides and pesticides while maintaining crop health and productivity in a more environmentally friendly manner.

Dangers of spraying crops,plants and trees with Acaricides and pesticides.

Spraying crops with acaricides, pesticides, and other chemical substances have the following dangers

Please take note of this!.

1.Health Hazards Exposure to these chemicals can lead to acute and chronic health issues in farmers, agricultural workers, and nearby communities. Respiratory problems, skin irritations, and long-term health concerns such as cancer are associated risks.

2.Environmental Impact: Acaricides and pesticides can contaminate soil, water sources, and the air. This contamination poses risks to wildlife, beneficial insects, and plants, disrupting ecosystems and biodiversity.

3. Residue in Food: Chemical residues can remain on crops after spraying, potentially entering the food chain. Continuous exposure to these residues through consumption can pose health risks to consumers.

4. Development of Resistance:Pests can develop resistance to acaricides and pesticides over time, necessitating the use of stronger chemicals or alternative control methods. This cycle contributes to environmental pollution and poses challenges for pest management.

5. Non-Target Effects: Spraying can harm beneficial insects such as bees, natural predators, and other organisms essential for ecosystem balance. Disruption of these populations can have cascading effects on agriculture and the environment.

6. Water Contamination: Runoff from treated fields can carry chemicals into nearby water bodies, contaminating aquatic ecosystems and threatening freshwater resources.

To address these dangers, it's crucial to promote sustainable agricultural practices, including integrated pest management (IPM) techniques that prioritize non-chemical control methods and minimize reliance on pesticides. Additionally, regulatory measures and education efforts can help mitigate risks and promote safer alternatives in agriculture.

Food Forest strategy for higher yields . Watch this Video.

At my sweet potatoes garden, removing weeds and bringing soil together to bind

What is intercropping?

Interesting video, With Gim Gale Food Forest Abundance.

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17 LAWS OF FARMING YOU SHOULD KNOW

1. Never target peak seasons, peak seasons come with their own challenges. Be a farmer not a gambler.

2. Choose at least two main crops and a rotational crop plan. Jumping from one crop to another is not right to your pocket.

3. Plan your farm and always have the crops at different age stages, to ensure constant supply.

4. No crop that is not profitable, just master the pro and cons of a particular crop.

5. Having a lot of many is not a licence to successful farming.

6. Have a spray and fertilizer plan and stick to it.

7. Never take advise from agrovets and agrochemical sales agent. Most of them are sales persons and not agronomists.

8.Try as much as possible to cut down on farm expenditure without compromising on produce quality.

9. Never hold back on a produce, if its a quick perishable product. Sell it at the prevailing prices.

10. Never plant a new seed on large scale before doing trials unless you have seen it somewhere.

11. Never entrust your million dollar idea against a farmhand, ensure you are present during critical stages of crop development untill marketing.

12. Never employ a close family member to manage your farm, most of them will fail you.

13. If you are neighbouring farmers plant same crop.

14. Never apply any farming information you get online, without consulting your agronomist.

15. Always have a farm plan.

16. Old is always good.
Most of the old seed varieties and chemicals will never disappoint you.

17. Passion in farming is key and will take you far.

80% of food we eat come from Plants and 95% air breathe from Plants https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/un-rome/plants-are-source-air-we-breathe-and-most-food-we-eat_en