My theory is that roundup helps creates a good seedbed, making it easier for weeds to become re-established.

The way the roots of the plant decay do in fact help tillage,  its not eth roundup per say but the dead organic matter.   Here in IL its common to try to add Organic mater with cover crops and roundup,  and yes the tillage takes less Horse power!



The sales pitch for GE alfalfa is that farmers will be able to knock weeds down with roundup both spring and fall. This seems to be at least one case where a GE plant will cause increased harm to the environment.

Not following your thinking here?  Why do you think it will cause harm to the environment?




Charles

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