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Agriculture · Q969

Agronomy

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 969

Q969

Phalaris minor in wheat can be controlled by using

A.
2, 4-D
B.
Isoproturon
Answer
C.
Atrazine
D.
BHC

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Phalaris minor is a tufted annual bunchgrass up to 1.8 metres in height. It has a spike-like panicle. It is used as fodder or forage for livestock and birdseed. It is a potential contaminant of seed crops.
It is a common weed in the wheat crop. It can be controlled by controlled grazing, regular mowing and the regular use of selective herbicide Isoproturon.