Types of Pesticides and Insecticides
1. Insecticides
- These are meant to get rid of harmful insects that threaten crops.
- Natural, chemical, and biological are some options available to farmers who want environmentally friendly solutions regarding this category.
2. Herbicides
- Used for killing unwanted weeds competing plants for nutrients as well as space occupied by them.
- Herbicides exist in various forms including selective, non-selective and pre-emergence types.
3. Fungicides
- The use of these chemicals prevents fungal diseases from spreading thus saving crops from damage or poor quality.
- Both chemical and organic ones are available to help avoid problems like moulds, mildew and blight.
4. Rodenticides
- Crop pests are very destructive animals that destroy stored produce hence the need for rodenticides.
- Varied formulations can be applied depending on different settings and crop types.
5. Nematicides
- They are used in managing nematodes which parasitize on plant roots thus reducing harvests.
- Different forms of these products include fumigants, granules and liquid pesticides.
6. Bio-Pesticides
- These are ecologically friendly alternatives that use natural substances or organisms as pest control agents.
- For sustainable non-hazardous farming guidelines, bio-pesticides would be an ideal option.
7. Pest Control Products for Storage
- Crop protection during storage and transit is where these commodities come in handy.
- This includes insect repellents, anti-fungal agents, etc. as well as rodent control products.
