# Brazil Herbicide Use Doubled in 11 Years Amid Glyphosate Resistance

A study reveals Brazil's herbicide consumption doubled from 2010 to 2020 due to glyphosate resistance.

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A study by Embrapa Medio Ambiente and the University of Rio Verde (UniRV) revealed that herbicide consumption in Brazil increased from 157,500 tons in 2010 to 329,700 tons in 2020, a 128% rise. [^1]

Kevin Bradley, a University of Missouri Extension weed scientist, stated that fall applications of herbicides are far more effective for treating Johnsongrass than spring or summer applications. [^2]

Brazil currently records 20 cases of glyphosate resistance in at least 12 weed species, including Digitaria insularis and Conyza spp. [^3]

According to USDA estimates, Johnsongrass infestations can reduce corn and soybean yields by up to 80%. [^4]

Johnsongrass is listed as a noxious weed in Missouri and many surrounding states. [^5]

Johnsongrass spreads through both seeds and underground rhizomes, with individual plants producing as many as 80,000 seeds annually. [^6]

## What this stands on

1. A study by Embrapa Medio Ambiente and the University of Rio Verde (UniRV) revealed that herbicide consumption in Brazil increased from 157,500 tons in 2010 to 329,700 tons in 2020, a 128% rise. (Noticias Ambientales, News)
2. Kevin Bradley, a University of Missouri Extension weed scientist, stated that fall applications of herbicides are far more effective for treating Johnsongrass than spring or summer applications. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
3. Brazil currently records 20 cases of glyphosate resistance in at least 12 weed species, including Digitaria insularis and Conyza spp. (Noticias Ambientales, News)
4. According to USDA estimates, Johnsongrass infestations can reduce corn and soybean yields by up to 80%. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
5. Johnsongrass is listed as a noxious weed in Missouri and many surrounding states. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
6. Johnsongrass spreads through both seeds and underground rhizomes, with individual plants producing as many as 80,000 seeds annually. (Morning Ag Clips, News)

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