Publisher's Synopsis
This guide contains information on pesticides and adjuvants used in UK agriculture, horticulture, forestry and amenity. It provides a practical guide as to which pesticides, plant growth regulators and adjuvants the farmer/grower can realistically and legally obtain in the UK, and suggests how they may be safely and effectively used. By the inclusion of a Crop/Pest guide section, the book should be particularly useful for identifying products for use on a specific problem.;The book includes information on: over 1450 pesticide products; 550 active ingredients and mixtures; over 120 adjuvants; and suppliers. It also includes: an introductory section including pesticide legislation information; crop/pest guide; plant growth stage information; and extensive background information.
