Implementing Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation in Tennessee

Content Source: University of Tennessee Extension

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This University of Tennessee Extension publication guides Tennessee growers through implementing anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD), a fumigation alternative. It explains the process of incorporating organic amendments, covering with plastic mulch, and irrigating to create anaerobic conditions that suppress soilborne pests. Learn about amendment selection, application rates, tarping, irrigation timing, treatment duration, and post-treatment management.

Region

Midwest

Topic

Soil Health, Disease Management, Weed Management

Year Published

2014

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