The Crop Science Podcast Show - Dr. Vipan Kumar: Weed Management Focus | Ep. 87
Aug 12, 2025In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Vipan Kumar from Cornell University shares his journey in weed science and his work addressing weed management challenges in field crops. He explains the spread of invasive species, such as Palmer amaranth and waterhemp, crop rotation dynamics, and silage-related weed issues. Dr. Kumar also highlights current research on herbicide resistance, integrated management strategies, and new opportunities for growers. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Herbicide resistance spread
- Invasive weed challenges
- Integrated weed management
- Crop rotation dynamics
- Precision weed control
Meet the guest:
Dr. Vipan Kumar, Associate Professor and Extension Weed Specialist at Cornell University, holds a Ph.D. in Weed Science from Montana State University, an M.S. in Agronomy from Louisiana State University, and a B.Sc. in Crop Science from Punjab Agricultural University. His research focuses on weed biology, herbicide resistance, and the development of integrated weed management strategies for field crops.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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