glufosinatecontaining
Glufosinate-containing refers to products that include glufosinate or its salts, most commonly glufosinate ammonium, as the active ingredient. Glufosinate is a broad-spectrum, non-selective herbicide derived from the natural product phosphinothricin. Its primary mode of action is the inhibition of the enzyme glutamine synthetase in many plants, which disrupts nitrogen metabolism and leads to ammonia buildup and plant death.
The herbicide is used to control a wide range of grasses and broadleaf weeds in agriculture, horticulture,
Regulatory status and safety considerations vary by jurisdiction. Glufosinate-containing products are registered and labeled as pesticides
Environmental fate commonly involves degradation by soil microorganisms, with varying persistence depending on conditions. Glufosinate can