Carbon sawdust can help control weeds, Cornell researchers say

ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Cornell researchers are making an agricultural discovery.

A recent study shows adding carbon sawdust to soil can help control weeds. The Cornell Chronicle reports the experiment worked especially well in soybean fields.

Scientists say plants have developed resistance to herbicides, so sawdust is a new option.

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