Economical Losses and other adverse effects of weeds
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Following losses and adverse effects occur due to weeds.
1. Reduction in crop yields
2. Weeds interfere with agricultural operations
3. Weeds increase the cost of cultivation
4. Weeds impair the quality of farm produce
5. Weeds causes depreciation of land value
6. Weeds harbour insects, pests and diseases
7. Weeds impair the quality of live stock products
8. Weeds impair the health of human beings