Weed blasting offers new control method for organic farmers

(University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences) Weeds are a major scourge for organic growers, who often must invest in multiple control methods to protect crop yields. A relatively new weed control method known as abrasive weeding, or 'weed blasting,' could give organic growers another tool. The method, recently field-tested at the University of Illinois, is surprisingly effective.