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Give four reasons why farmers prefer using tillage to control weeds.
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Give four reasons why farmers prefer using tillage to control weeds.
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Cheap, therefore, a good option for small scale farmers ie, economical
Tillage opens up soil allowing infiltration of water to occur and thus minimize soil erosion
During tillage, earthing up is done which encourages root growth
During tillage, crop residue is incorporated into the soil to form organic manure
Improves soil aeration
Exposes soil borne pests and diseases agents
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