An appraisal of opportunities to reduce herbicide use [weed control; Australia; review]
1992
Combellack, J.H. (Victorian Dept. of Conservation and Environment, Frankston (Australia). Keith Turnbull Research Inst.)
The implementation of a policy, with a strong extension, research and education focus, to reduce herbicide use rates by 15 percent in 5 years and 50 percent in 10 is considered to be the most appropriate way to overcome the public's concerns. Ways of achieving these goals are identified, the most significant being whole farm planning, manipulating the weed flora, development of an "expert" advisory system and developing more efficient application systems. It is suggested that funding for the project be generated through a 1 percent levy on herbicide prices at the farm gate. To achieve the objectives the policy should be implemented by a management team which must include consumer and conservation representatives.
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