<H1>Identify the Weed Problem</H1> <P><UL> <LI><H2>READ textbooks and periodicals </H2> </UL><UL> <LI><H2>Keep a diagnostic tool kit - hand lens, etc. </H2> </UL><UL> <LI><H2>Know the life cycle of the pest (What temp. does a specific weed seed germinate?) </H2> </UL><UL> <LI><H2>Is the weed the cause or effect of the problem? </H2> </UL><UL> <LI><H2>Confirm your diagnosis</H2> </UL></P> <P></P> <P>