Agrochemicals

Agrochemicals are chemical constituents used to prevent damage of various plants and crops and obtain mass production. Agrochemicals are classified into two major types as pesticides and fertilizers. Pesticides are chemicals having preventive elements which help in securing the crop from major damage done by insects, flies, rodents, birds and other animals in the field. Pesticides are classified into insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and nematicides. They are used according to their applications and requirements.
 
Fertilizers on the other hand act as chemical agents which facilitates rapid growth of crops. Fertilizers increase soil fertility which in turn enhances soil quality and high yield. Some fertilizers help increase the nutrient value of crops. This helps in mass production and high yield of quality crops. Chemically processed and stored manure are also agrochemicals which are used to achieve high agricultural produce. Agrochemicals are sprayed or put in powdered form on crops according to their needs.
 
Industrialization and technology have helped in overall development of agrochemicals Overuse and spilling of agrochemicals cause hazards to agricultural produce and even affect humans. Improper and excess use of agrochemicals may result in damage of crops and hamper their growth and production. It may also cause air, water and soil pollutions and affect the environment. In order to avoid these effects government bodies have enforced stringent regulations on the use of agrochemicals. Mandatory regulations like labelling, proper handling, proper storage and use and safe use of agrochemicals are to be followed by farmers and suppliers.
 
The research reports and profiles listed in agrochemicals category provide extensive range of market conditions, product trends, market data and analysis. The database gives a detailed outlook of this sub-category. Industry overviews, market share and growth, sales statistics and projections, and agrochemicals company profiles are also featured. Read Less