Timo Sprangers

Where do you work?

Business unit Field Crops of Wageningen University & Research

What is your main task? 

Researcher crop protection and weed management

What is your main interest in weed research?

Applying the principles of integrated weed management as part of the whole farming system. In our multi-year field trials we are testing how IWM can help to promote sustainable cropping strategies, whilst maintaining yields and farmer income. As part of this we test and develop new cultural and physical control strategies.

Which activities do you plan to promote to reach the objectives of the Working Group?

I would like to promote the exchange of knowledge within the working group. In 2024 I had the privilege to organise our three day WG meeting, where members showed interest for more interaction, which I would like to stimulate.