Current Issue
December, 2025
- Vol. 14 No. 04
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Investigation and analysis of the list of regulated weeds among the regulated pests published in the International Plant Protection Convention
Expanding international trade and climate change are accelerating the global spread of invasive plant species and raising concerns about their ecological and agricultural impacts. This study collected and analyzed the latest regulated …
Research Note
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Current status of turfgrass and herbaceous plantings in urban parks and apartment complexes
As a ground cover plant, turfgrasses offer various functional, recreational, and aesthetic benefits in residential areas. This study was conducted to assess the planting status of turfgrasses and herbaceous plants in residential areas …
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Feeding ecology and biological control potential of Lema (Lema) diversipes (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) on Pueraria montana var. lobata (kudzu)
The feeding ecology of Lema (Lema) diversipes (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) larvae on Pueraria montana var. lobata (kudzu) was quantitatively investigated under laboratory conditions to evaluate their potential as a biological …
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Comparison of species and distribution of weeds in upland and paddy soybean fields in Korea
This study was conducted to investigate the differences in weed emergence between upland and paddy field soybean fields, to provide the knowledge essential for effective weed control in paddy soybean cultivation. Weed emergence in …
Mini Review
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Distribution, Physiological and Ecological Characteristics, and Control of Digitaria ciliaris and Eleusine indica Occurring in Upland Fields
This review provides an overview of the distribution, morphological traits, physiological and ecological characteristics, and control strategies for two major upland weeds in the Republic of Korea, namely Digitaria ciliaris and Eleusine indica. …
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Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Annual Growing Degree Days Across South Korea
Annual growing degree days (GDDs) are widely used to quantify the thermal conditions that affect crop, insect, and weed development. In this study, long-term temperature data (1994–2023) from 96 Korean Meteorological Administration automated weather …
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Weed distribution and community structures in eco-friendly and conventional orchards in the Gyeongsang region of Korea
In this study, the current status of weed distribution in eco-friendly and conventional orchards in the Gyeongsang region of South Korea was investigated. In total, 158 taxa (encompassing 41 families, 115 genera, and 127 species) were identified in …
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Molecular Identification and Distribution Information of Cuscuta spp. in Korea
The genus Cuscuta (dodder) comprises obligate holoparasitic weeds of major agricultural concern owing to their wide host range and high invasiveness. In Korea, species identities within the genus remain poorly resolved, which undermines …
Research Note
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Weed Flora of Agricultural Ecosystems in Gangwon Province
Understanding weed dynamics is essential for maintaining crop productivity, as weed communities continuously shift in response to climate change, cropping systems, and management practices. The present study investigated weed flora across …
Research Article
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Effects of Scarification Sites on Germination and Early Seedling Growth of Burcucumber (Sicyos angulatus)
Burcucumber (Sicyos angulatus) is an invasive alien species that causes significant ecological disruption in Korea. Because the seed coat is impermeable, scarification is effective for breaking dormancy. However, information on optimal scarification …
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Changes in Growth of Creeping Bentgrass (Agrostis palustris L. ‘Penn A1’) Pre-treated with Trinexapac-ethyl and Exogenously Applying Gibberellin or 6-BA
The growth of turfgrass must be managed to ensure turf quality and aesthetics. A plant growth regulator (PGR), such as trinexapac-ethyl (TE), which is used to inhibit turfgrass shoot elongation, may need to be applied to cool-season turfgrass …
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Eco-Friendly Management for Waterfront Park Golf Courses
The number of park golf courses in South Korea is increasing. Considering that most are constructed in waterfront areas adjacent to river regions, conditions must be established beforehand to minimize the runoff of chemical substances such as …
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High rice safety and strong herbicidal activity against herbicide resistant Monochoria vaginalis made Sclerotium rolfsii a practical mycoherbicide in rice
Mycoherbicide has emerged as a promising alternative to chemical herbicides in response to escalating herbicide resistance. Sclerotium rolfsii has shown promising herbicidal activity against weeds; however, whether it is safe for use in crop production …
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Degradation and Weed Suppression of Biodegradable Mulching Films in Chili Pepper Cultivation
The limitations of conventional polyethylene (PE) mulching films, particularly their accumulation as agricultural plastic waste, have led to a growing interest in biodegradable alternatives. However, high production costs and insufficient …
Mini Review
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Distribution, Ecology and Management of Bidens tripartita and B. frondosain Rice Paddy Fields
Bidens tripartita and B. frondosa are native to Europe, Asia and North America and are commonly found in the Norther Hemisphere, including the Republic of Korea. Their seeds possess two sharp barbed awns that facilitate long distance dispersal by …
Research Note
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Determining Suitable Vegetation Indices for Assessing Plant Species Diversity in Humulus japonicus Dominated Areas
The escalating spread of invasive vine plants has led to increased ecological damage, including ecosystem degradation and slope erosion, in several regions. In this study, we aimed to assess the impact of Humulus japonicus on biodiversity by …
Research Article
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Modeling the effects of Bidens frondosa interference on soybean yield
Increasing transition of rice paddy to upland cropping system has facilitated the spread of the invasive exotic weed Bidens frondosa, which occurs in both paddy and upland fields and poses a significant threat to soybean production. However, …
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Comparison of Visual Evaluation and Image Analysis for Measuring Kentucky Bluegrass Coverage
Despite the long-standing use of visual evaluation methods in turfgrass research, the reliability of results obtained through subjective visual evaluation has consistently been questioned from various perspectives. Image analysis methods utilizing …
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Comparison of Plant and Aquatic Biodiversity in Eco-Friendly and Conventional Rice Paddy Fields in Chungcheong Province
This study aimed to establish baseline information for evaluating the ecological impacts of agricultural practices based on monitoring plant and aquatic communities in eco-friendly and conventional rice paddy ecosystems in Chungcheong …
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Changes in Plant Distribution according to Plant Diversity and Life-form before and after the Construction of Korean Golf Course
In this study, we aimed to analyze the life forms of native plants in golf courses in Korea and explore the relationship between plant distribution changes before and after the construction of golf courses and upon the impact of the …
