10005: Intra-Row Weed Control by use of Band Steaming
(2005) Intra-Row Weed Control by use of Band Steaming. Paper presented at Organic Farming for a New Millenium, NJF-Siminar 369, Alnarp, Sweden; Published in NJF Report 1(1), page pp. 185-187.
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Summary
Disinfection of the soil by means of steaming has been a common method for eliminating weeds and fungal diseases. However, surface steaming of soil is a very energy-intensive process, and consequently, efforts have been made to develop a machine for narrow-band steaming of the soil under and around rows of cultivated plants prior to seeding. The use of this machine may achieve up to 90% energy savings, and will also reduce the amount of damage to the flora and fauna. Tests have shown that soil temperatures exceeding 70C will be needed to protect against germination of weed seeds. For band heating such a treatment in 50 cm rows requires about 5.8 GJ/ha.
| Document Language: | English |
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| Keywords: | weed control, steam, row crops, band heating, technique, energy |
| Subject Areas: | Crop husbandry > Weed management |
| Research affiliation: | Denmark > DARCOF II (2000-2005) > I. 9 (BANHEAT) Band heating for intra-row weed control |
| Funding Part: | 75-100% |
| Total budget (Euro): | 0 |
| Orgprints ID Number: | 10005 |
| Contact: | Kristensen, Erik Fløjgaard |
| Deposited On: | 17 November 2006 |
| EPrint Type: | Conference paper |
| Published?: | Published |
| Online at: | http://www.njf.nu |
| Peer Review Status: | Not peer-reviewed |
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