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Mowing cuts down the tops of weeds, preventing them from setting seed and spreading. It can be used periodically in organic farming, especially in non-crop areas or between wide-spaced rows.

Chickens and ducks can be used to control weeds by letting them graze in the fields. They eat the weeds and can be an integrated part of an organic farm's pest and weed management strategy.

Allelopathy is the process by which certain plants release chemicals that inhibit the growth of nearby weeds. This characteristic can be leveraged in organic farming to manage weeds naturally.

Organic mulches, such as wood chips, bark, or compost, lay on top of the soil to suppress weeds by forming a barrier. They also add organic matter as they decompose, beneficial in organic farming.

Flame weeding uses controlled flame to kill weeds. It is used in organic farming to kill weeds without herbicides, but care must be taken to avoid damaging crops.

Inter-row cultivation involves tilling the soil between crop rows. It disrupts weed growth and can be combined with other weed management strategies for greater effectiveness in organic farming.

Green manure involves growing crops (often legumes) and then plowing them into the soil. The process suppresses weeds and adds organic matter and nutrients to the soil, suitable for organic crop production.

Mulching involves laying materials on the soil surface to suppress weed growth by blocking sunlight. It improves soil quality and moisture conservation in organic crop production.

Organic herbicides are made from natural substances and can be used to manage weeds in organic farming. They are generally less harmful to the environment but may also be less effective than synthetic herbicides.

Straw mulch is an organic material spread over the surface of the soil. It suppresses weeds by blocking light and retains soil moisture. It is commonly used in organic farming systems.

Hoeing is a manual method of weed control involving the cutting of weeds just below the soil surface. Regular hoeing can effectively manage weed populations in organic farming.

Crop rotation involves alternating the types of crops grown on a piece of land. It breaks weed lifecycle patterns and can reduce weed pressure over time in organic systems.

Cover crops are planted to cover the soil, not for harvest. They suppress weeds, protect soil from erosion, and can improve soil health through nutrient addition and structure improvement.

No-till farming leaves the soil undisturbed, which can reduce weed seed germination and improve soil health. It's a part of some organic farming systems, but it may require specific adaptations to manage weeds effectively.

Rotational grazing involves moving livestock to different pastures to allow for grazing. It can naturally control weeds by having the animals eat them, thus reducing the need for mechanical or chemical control.

Precision mechanical weeding tools are designed to remove weeds close to the crop plants without damaging them. This approach is increasingly used in organic farming as it minimizes the need for hand weeding.

The stale seedbed technique involves preparing the soil as if to plant, then waiting for weeds to germinate and destroying them before sowing crops. This reduces the weed burden in organic farming.

Smother crops are fast-growing plants used to outcompete weeds for resources. They can be an effective part of organic weed management by shading and outcompeting weeds for nutrients and water.

Companion planting involves growing different plants together that have mutually beneficial relationships. This can include natural weed suppression by the companion plants in organic farms.

Hand weeding is the physical removal of weeds. It is labor-intensive but can be very effective, particularly in smaller organic operations where chemical herbicides are not an option.

Plastic mulch is used to cover the soil surface around crops to suppress weeds. It blocks sunlight and maintains soil moisture. In organic farming, biodegradable plastic mulches might be used to meet organic standards.

Effective water management can discourage weed growth by directing water away from weed-prone areas or by using drip irrigation to specifically water crops, thus starving weeds of necessary water in organic crop production.

Biological control uses natural enemies of weeds, such as certain insects or diseases, to reduce weed populations. It's a way to manage weeds without chemical inputs in organic farming systems.

Solarization involves covering the soil with clear plastic to trap solar radiation. This heats the soil and can kill weed seeds and seedlings, fitting into organic farming by reducing reliance on herbicides.