TRAP CROP RADISH: A SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE FOR NEMATICIDE IN SUGAR BEETS

Larry J. Held, James W. Jennings, David W. Koch and Fred A. Gray

No 35733, 1999 Annual Meeting, July 11-14, 1999, Fargo, ND from Western Agricultural Economics Association

Abstract: Chemical treatment of nematodes in sugar beets can be very costly ($190 per acre), and hazardous, representing significant environmental risks to air, water and human health. Substituting trap crop radish for chemicals, represents a win-win case of sustainable pest control, yielding environmental benefits, higher profit and reduced risk.

Keywords: Crop; Production/Industries (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 9
Date: 1999
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.35733

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