Agricultural chemicals

Agricultural chemicals

Includes chemicals designed for agricultural use for protection of crops from fungus and insects, as well as for the growth and protection of plants.

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fungicides

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

A pesticide used to control or destroy fungi on food or grain crops.

fungus

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Funguses, or fungi, are types of plants that have no leaves, flowers or roots. Both words, funguses and fungi, are the plural of fungus.

ground water

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Water found below the surface of the land, usually in porous rock formations. Ground water is the source of water found in wells and springs and is used frequently for drinking.

heavy metal

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

A common hazardous waste; can damage organisms at low concentrations and tends to accumulate in the food chain.

home and garden user sector

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Involves pesticides applied by homeowners to homes and gardens, including lawns; single and multiple unit housing. Does not include pesticides for home/garden applications by ...

domestic waste

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Solid waste, composed of garbage and rubbish, which normally originates from residential, private households, or apartment buildings. Domestic waste may contain a significant ...