Weeds take up valuable nutrients from the soil, depriving crops of essential elements for growth. Additionally, they can shade crops, reducing access to sunlight needed for photosynthesis, and compete for space, further stunting crop growth.
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Weeds compete with field crops for essential resources like water, nutrients, and sunlight, leading to reduced growth and yields. Their vigorous growth can shade crops, inhibiting photosynthesis and stunting their development. Weeds also release allelochemicals that may hinder crop growth. Furthermore, some weeds serve as hosts for pests and diseases, exacerbating crop damage. Overall, weeds negatively impact crop productivity and agricultural sustainability.