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Defoliants
Usage: To promote leaf drop, mostly in cotton, Benefits: Aids in mechanical harvesting, reduces staining and boll rot, Safety Precautions: Use care not to damage non-target plants and adhere to pre-harvest intervals
Insecticides
Usage: To kill or control insects, Benefits: Prevents crop damage and loss, Safety Precautions: Use in well-ventilated areas and avoid contact with skin
Biopesticides
Usage: Derived from natural materials to control pests, Benefits: Generally less toxic and eco-friendly, Safety Precautions: Identify specific organism target; misuse can affect non-target organisms
Surfactants
Usage: To enhance the effectiveness of pesticides, Benefits: Improves adhesion and distribution on plant surfaces, Safety Precautions: Use with the right pesticide mix; improper use can lead to crop damage
Pheromones
Usage: To disrupt insect mating and reduce populations, Benefits: Highly specific and environmentally friendly, Safety Precautions: Protective gear usually not necessary; avoid contact with water bodies
Plant Growth Regulators
Usage: To alter plant growth characteristics, Benefits: Manipulates flowering, ripening, and size for better yield, Safety Precautions: Apply as directed to avoid growth abnormalities and crop injury
Desiccants
Usage: To accelerate drying of plant tissues, Benefits: Facilitates harvest and reduces diseases, Safety Precautions: Apply evenly and carefully to avoid crop injury and wear protective clothing
Fungicides
Usage: To prevent or cure fungal diseases, Benefits: Protects crop yield and quality, Safety Precautions: Apply during cooler parts of the day to reduce volatilization
Rodenticides
Usage: To control rodents in agricultural settings, Benefits: Reduces crop loss and disease spread, Safety Precautions: Place baits in tamper-resistant bait stations to avoid non-target exposure
Nematicides
Usage: To control nematodes that attack plant roots, Benefits: Preserves root health and boosts nutrient uptake, Safety Precautions: Handle with care due to high toxicity; use personal protective equipment
Soil Conditioners
Usage: To improve soil structure and promote plant growth, Benefits: Improves aeration, water retention, and nutrient availability, Safety Precautions: Follow the application rates to prevent soil imbalance
Fertilizers
Usage: To supply essential nutrients to plants, Benefits: Increases crop growth and yield, Safety Precautions: Store away from heat sources, apply according to soil test recommendations
Herbicides
Usage: To control weeds, Benefits: Increases crop yield, Safety Precautions: Use proper protective equipment and follow label instructions
Molluscicides
Usage: To control snails and slugs in agriculture, Benefits: Prevents crop damage and loss, Safety Precautions: Toxic to non-target organisms, use with caution and in targeted areas only
Biostimulants
Usage: To enhance plant growth and health by improving efficiency of nutrient use, Benefits: Increases stress resistance and crop quality, Safety Precautions: Apply according to guidelines to prevent overstimulation of plants
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