The solar energy industry has many vegetation and stormwater management issues to overcome. Controlling vegetation is a major concern for solar farms of all sizes. Left untreated, undesirable vegetation will inhibit the functionality of the farm, damage the structure of panels, obscure and damage fence lines, create security vulnerabilities, obstruct the flow of stormwater, and create an unpleasant appearance.
The nature of the industry dictates that solar farms are in large open fields. Selective herbicides and growth-regulating chemistries play a vital role in controlling tall weeds and grasses, seed head suppression, and promoting the growth of desirable, low growing grasses. Selective weed control combined with growth regulation and seed head suppression also makes the solar farm industry more profitable for its owners and more visually appealing for the public.