Agrochemicals play a pivotal role in modern agriculture, encompassing a range of chemical substances used to enhance crop production and protect plants from pests and diseases. These include fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides. Fertilizers provide essential nutrients to soil, promoting plant growth, while pesticides safeguard crops from harmful insects. Herbicides control unwanted weeds, ensuring optimal crop development, and fungicides protect against fungal infections. The judicious use of agrochemicals contributes to increased agricultural productivity, ensuring food security and supporting sustainable farming practices. However, their application requires careful consideration to minimize environmental impact and safeguard human health. Ongoing research aims to develop innovative, eco-friendly agrochemical solutions for efficient and responsible agricultural practices.
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Madhusudan H Fulekar, Research & Development Cell, Parul University, India
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Usha R Palaniswamy, Maria College, United States
Title : Current status of precision agriculture in the USA
Kasiviswanathan Muthukumarappan, South Dakota State University, United States
Title : Advances in Indian agriculture and horticulture
V P S Arora, Kumaun University, India
Title : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy
Title : Agroecological practices and their effects on ecosystem services in sustainable mediterranean cropping systems
Fabio Gresta, University of Messina, Italy