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How An Erratic Monsoon Might Make Us Appreciate Weeds

Unpredictable monsoon patterns have resulted in an increase of weed growth, creating hurdles for farmers across the globe. Historically, weeds played a crucial role in soil stabilization and nutrient provision for primitive agriculture. To manage unwanted flora, Asian rice farmers flooded their fields as a natural weed control method. Currently, strategies such as harvesting and incorporating weeds in meals are practiced.

13 Sep 2026 11:24 am