Agrochemicals
Agrochemicals are chemical products used in agriculture to protect crops from pests and diseases, manage weeds, and promote plant growth or yield. They encompass several distinct groups, including pesticides, fertilizers, plant growth regulators, and various adjuvants and conditioning agents applied to crops, soils, or seeds. Their use is aimed at increasing crop efficiency and quality while reducing postharvest losses.
Pesticides are substances designed to suppress or eliminate agricultural pests. They include insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, nematicides,
Fertilizers supply essential nutrients to crops. They include macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, and
Plant growth regulators and related products modify plant development, flowering, ripening, and stress responses. They include
Regulation and stewardship: Agrochemicals are subject to testing and registration in many countries to assess risks