Laser weed seed control: challenges and opportunities

• Published in: Frontiers in agronomy Vol. 6
• Main Authors: Andreasen, Christian, Vlassi, Eleni, Salehan, Najmeh, Johannsen, Kenneth S., Jensen, Signe M.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A 27.03.2024
• Subjects: integrated weed management; laser weeding; non-chemical weed control; seed shattering; site-specific weed management; thermal weed control

Farmers are greatly interested in reducing weed seeds in their fields to avoid unnecessary weed infestation. Autonomous vehicles equipped with plant recognition systems and lasers can be used to control weed plants and may therefore be used to replace or supplement herbicides and mechanical weed con...