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Thermal Agriculture Reborn
Long before herbicides, civilizations from Rome to Mesoamerica used controlled burns to cleanse fields. Modern flame weeding resurrects this wisdom with propane-powered precision, targeting only what grows above ground.

• The 2-Second Rule: Each weed receives under 2 seconds of 1,200°F heat—enough to rupture cell walls but too brief to ignite dry stalks.
• Bug Thermocline: Pests perish at 110°F while beneficial nematodes survive underground, thanks to soil’s insulating properties.
• Fuel vs. Fertilizer: A single acre’s propane cost ($18) undercuts herbicide expenses by 60%, with no chemical runoff.
• Ashes to Assets: Burnt weed residue becomes potassium-rich ash, reducing the need for synthetic potash supplements.

This fiery dance between destruction and renewal mirrors nature’s own cycles. Like prairie fires that spur new growth, the flames don’t conquer the land—they conspire with it.