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Task · part of 8(A). Option A, Agronomy

8(A)(3). A pest and a disease for each of corn, small grains and cotton

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One important insect pest and one important disease for each of the three. Then collect and name five weeds that compete with crops locally, and say how to control them without harming people, wildlife or the environment.

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  1. Plant Science Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 8(A)(3)

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