Illinois Field Crop Applicators Practice Test

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What does the abbreviation PPI signify in herbicide terminology?

  1. Post Plant Incorporation

  2. Preplant Incorporated applications

  3. Personal Protection Indicator

  4. Pesticide Performance Index

The correct answer is: Preplant Incorporated applications

The abbreviation PPI in herbicide terminology stands for "Preplant Incorporated" applications. This term refers to the practice of applying herbicides to the soil before planting a crop, followed by the incorporation of the herbicide into the soil. This method aims to enhance the effectiveness of the herbicide by ensuring it is mixed into the soil where it can be most effective against weeds. Timing and incorporation depth are critical factors to optimize herbicide performance and minimize the potential for off-target movement, providing an effective way to manage weed populations before the crop emerges.

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