Also see Virginia Tech Weed Identification Guide . Localized areas of severe weed infestations or atypical conditions, such as poorly drained areas, high spots, and field edges, may be recorded on a weed map. A weed map should be on file for each field. Make a rough sketch of the field, including landmarks, boundaries, crop row direction, compass directions, roads, planting date, map preparation date, and any other important details. Scout fields two to three weeks after planting to evaluate the success of the current season's program and at or near harvest to help predict weed control practices that will be necessary for the following year.
Site selection Refer to weed maps to avoid problem weeds when choosing fields for peas.
Banding herbicides Banding of herbicides at planting is not useful in pea production. Must be incorporated shallowly immediately after application. Deep incorporation will reduce efficacy. This injury is generally transitory and has no effect on yields. Stunting may occur in cold, wet soils.