Crop protection
Residual activity period
The duration of time during which a pesticide remains biologically active to protect crops against target pests or diseases.
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Short and clear definitions of agronomic terms: soil cultivation, sowing, nutrition, plant protection, machinery, and crop storage.
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Crop protection
Residual effect
The impact of fertilizers or pesticides applied in previous seasons on the current crop growth and soil characteristics.
Crop protection
Retardant
Retardants are plant growth regulators that inhibit stem elongation, helping to produce shorter, thicker, and stronger stems to prevent lodging.