Surfactant is an important additive in pesticide application due to its antifoaming or foaming,
buffering or stabilization, sticking or wetting and toxicity properties. The molecular …

Spray drifts have been studied by mathematical models and computer simulations as an
essential complement to lab and field tests, among which are fluid dynamic approaches that …

A track-sprayer combined with a high-speed camera were used to visualize and identify
droplet impaction outcomes for three formulations (water, 0.1% LI 700®(lecithin, a mixture of …

Early vigour is an important physiological trait to improve establishment, water-use
efficiency, and grain yield for wheat. Phenoty** large numbers of lines is challenging due …

Pesticide spray droplets can damage ecological environments and negatively affect
biodiversity if they reach nontarget areas. Effective retention of pesticide droplets on plant …

This paper combines experimental data with simple mathematical models to investigate the
influence of spray formulation type and leaf character (wettability) on shatter, bounce and …

Plant architectural traits are important selection criteria in plant breeding that relate to
photosynthetic efficiency and crop productivity. Conventional manual measures of …

Reducing risk from pesticide applications has been gaining serious attention in the last few
decades due to the significant damage to human health, environment, and ecosystems …

Spray applications are most effective when they cover the greatest per unit area, improving
target pest control. In order to optimize spray applications, nozzle companies have …

Bioherbicides offer many potential benefits as part of an integrated weed management
system or a totally biological or organic crop** system. A key factor for success is the …