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Plant growth regulators are an important tool for cotton producers in Georgia
The Georgia Cotton Council and the University of Georgia Cotton Extension team are reminding growers of the importance of using plant growth regulators (PGRs). The state’s cotton crop has benefited from recent rains, which have stimulated plant growth. “This means it’s time to consi...Read more -
Take Action: Pesticide elimination is both a public health and ecosystem issue.
(Except Pesticides, July 8, 2024) Please submit comments by Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Acephate is a pesticide that belongs to the highly toxic organophosphate (OP) family and is so toxic that the Environmental Protection Agency has suggested prohibit it except for systemic administration ...Read more -
Can dogs get heatstroke? The vet named the most dangerous breeds
As the hot weather continues this summer, people should take care of their animal friends. Dogs can also be affected by high temperatures. However, some dogs are more susceptible to its effects than others. Knowing the symptoms of heatstroke and stroke in dogs can help you keep your furry...Read more -
What are the implications for companies entering the Brazilian market for biological products and the new trends in supporting policies
The Brazilian agrobiological inputs market has maintained a rapid growth momentum in recent years. In the context of increased awareness of environmental protection, the popularity of sustainable farming concepts, and strong government policy support, Brazil is gradually becoming an important mar...Read more -
When planting tomatoes, these four plant growth regulators can effectively promote tomato fruit setting and inhibit fruitlessness
In the process of planting tomatoes, we often encounter the situation of low fruit setting rate and fruitlessness, in this case, we do not have to worry about it, and we can use the right amount of plant growth regulators to solve this series of problems. 1. Ethephon One is to restrain the futili...Read more -
The synergistic effect of essential oils on adults increases the toxicity of permethrin against Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) |
In a previous project testing local food processing plants for mosquitoes in Thailand, the essential oils (EOs) of Cyperus rotundus, galangal and cinnamon were found to have good anti-mosquito activity against Aedes aegypti. In an attempt to reduce the use of traditional insecticides and ...Read more -
The county will hold its first mosquito larval release of 2024 next week |
Brief description: • This year marks the first time that regular airborne larvicide drops have been carried out in the district. • The goal is to help stop the spread of potential diseases by mosquitoes. • Since 2017, no more than 3 people have tested positive each year. San Diego C...Read more -
Brazil has established maximum residue limits for pesticides such as acetamidine in some foods
On July 1, 2024, the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) issued Directive INNo305 through the Government Gazette, setting maximum residue limits for pesticides such as Acetamiprid in some foods, as shown in the table below. This directive shall come into force as of the date of...Read more -
Brassinolide, a large pesticide product that cannot be ignored, has a market potential of 10 billion yuan
Brassinolide, as a plant growth regulator, has played an important role in agricultural production since its discovery. In recent years, with the development of agricultural science and technology and the change of market demand, brassinolide and its main component of the compound products emerge...Read more -
Combination of terpene compounds based on plant essential oils as a larvicidal and adult remedy against Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae)
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Combining long-lasting insecticidal bed nets with Bacillus thuringiensis larvicides is a promising integrated approach to preventing malaria transmission in northern Côte d’Ivoire Malaria Jou...
The recent decline in the burden of malaria in Côte d’Ivoire is largely attributable to the use of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LIN). However, this progress is threatened by insecticide resistance, behavioral changes in Anopheles gambiae populations, and residual malaria transmis...Read more -
The global pesticide ban in the first half of 2024
Since 2024, we have noticed that countries and regions around the world have introduced a series of bans, restrictions, extension of approval periods, or rereview decisions on a variety of pesticide active ingredients. This paper sorts out and classifies the trends of global pesticide restriction...Read more