Weeds in public lands & forests
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Seedlings of Chinese elm (Celtis sinensis), a serious
environmental weed on public lands.

Unlike weeds in cropping situations, environmental weeds on public lands are difficult to access and control. The best methods of control are biological, chemical or mechanical. It is generally accepted that the major threat weeds have on such land is to alter biodiversity and to reduce the appearance of public places.


 

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Steve Adkins