Band Spraying to Reduce Herbicide Use in Row Crops
Band spraying reduces herbicide use through targeted application between or on crop rows using precision technology.
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Detail description
Band spraying reduces herbicide use by 30–70% through targeted application on crop rows or inter-row strips, using GPS or camera guidance to prevent crop damage. It is ideal for crops with row spacing >12.5 cm and works best before full canopy cover. Non-selective herbicides like glyphosate require precise timing and calibration. Systems from Amazone, Garford, and Agrifac offer hooded nozzles and individual nozzle control for accuracy. Savings vary by band width: 71% for 21.8 cm bands in potatoes, 27% for 36 cm bands in 50 cm spacing. EVEN nozzles ensure even distribution. The technique improves efficiency and reduces weather dependency compared to hoeing.
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Contribution detail info
- Project
Oper8
European Thematic Network for unlocking the full potential of Operational Groups on alternative weed control
- Location
- Sweden
- Authors
- Agroväst
- Purpose
- Implement best practices, Support decision-making and strategic planning
- File type
- document
- Created on
- May 31, 2025
- Origin language
- English
- Official project website
- Oper8
- License
- CC BY-NC-ND
- Keywords