Weed-free chickpea fields lead to higher yields and profits.
In a study on chickpea weed management, using herbicides and hand weeding effectively controlled weeds and improved crop yield. The best results were seen with weed-free conditions for 60 days, leading to higher plant growth, more pods and seeds, and increased yield. This approach also resulted in higher economic returns compared to other weed management practices. Overall, keeping the chickpea field weed-free for 60 days showed the best outcomes in terms of plant growth, yield, and economic benefits.