Gulli Danda Threatens Wheat Crops in Sidhi: Experts Advise Timely Herbicide Use

• Farmers in Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, face severe Gulli Danda weed infestation after wheat irrigation.
• Dr. Ved Prakash Singh recommends spraying herbicides 35-40 days post-irrigation for effective weed control.
• Specific herbicide mixtures like Sulfosulfuron 75 WG + Metsulfuron Methyl 20% are advised for mixed weeds, and Clodinafop Propargyl 15% WP for Gulli Danda.
• Late herbicide application can harm wheat crops; adhere to scientific advice for timing and dosage.
• Traditional methods like manual removal of Gulli Danda are effective, though costly, and help prevent future infestations.

Why It Matters: Timely herbicide application and traditional methods are crucial to combat Gulli Danda and protect wheat yields.