Benefits of Bioherbicides for Controlling Garden Weed
Let's be honest. Nobody likes pulling weeds. It's a tedious, drudgery task that is guaranteed to make any gardener feel like giving up their green thumb to pursue a more rewarding career path. But did you know that there are also some biological means of controlling weed growth? Introducing Biological Weed Control This simply refers to the use of living organisms in order to kill or control unwanted vegetation. The living organism is generally referred to as a biocontrol agent and can be of animal, plant or microbe origin. Bioherbicides are used for controlling weeds in gardens, estates, and backyards. Types of Herbicides a) Biological: These are agents that are naturally occurring in the environment and are harmless to humans, animals, and plants. They germinate when conditions are favourable and kill the target plant by invading the cells of the plant. b) Chemical: These are synthetic chemical compounds that have similar effects as the biological agents but tend to be more r...