2024 Weed Control Report

Envu is proud to continue its partnership with Nursery Management, supporting the “State of the Industry” special report. Over the past year, we have grown our company to better address the evolving challenges of nursery growers. As we continue to grow, our approach reflects a renewed dedication to environmental science, integrated pest management (IPM) and sustainability, backed by a legacy of over 50 years in agricultural excellence.

Sustainability is a challenge, not a buzzword. Growers face increasing pressures from labor shortages, climate change and pest management. We can’t help with the weather, but we can provide innovative solutions that are sustainable, integrated and practical — along with expert guidance. Our preemergence Marengo® herbicide stops weeds before they start growing, controlling over 100 different weed species for up to eight months. To further simplify weed management, we’ve developed a comprehensive guide for herbicide rotations, customized to your production type and geographic region. This resource helps you navigate herbicide programs effectively, taking the guesswork out of managing your weed control strategies.

Weeds don’t just compete with your plants and labor costs directly but indirectly as well. Weeds serve as reservoirs for insect pests, like aphids. Did you know that melon and peach aphids feed on over 500 host plants, including many common weeds like pigweeds, bindweeds and plantains? Together, these aphids can transmit over 140 plant viruses! A single weed can support approximately 100-250 aphids per plant. Good weed management, starting with a preemergence herbicide, is a cornerstone of integrated plant health management, improving insect and disease management along with your bottom line.

As the industry faces new hurdles — ranging from new invasive weeds, pests and disease issues to labor and environmental concerns — innovations and expertise from Envu help in navigating these challenges. We work with growers, researchers and industry collaborators to gain the insights needed to drive our research and development efforts and provide targeted solutions to meet both the constant and changing needs of growers.

Visit us.envu.com/nursery-weed-management to view our comprehensive guide and learn more about Envu.