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The oldest method of controlling weeds is

The oldest method of controlling weeds is Correct Answer Hand weeding

The correct answer is Hand weeding.

  • It is done by physical removal or pulling out of weeds by hand or removal by implements called khurpi, which resembles sickle.
  • It is the oldest method of controlling weeds and it is still a practical and efficient method of eliminating weeds in cropped and non-cropped lands.
  • It is very effective against annuals, biennials and controls only upper portions of perennials.

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