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Polymer-mediated delivery of agrochemicals

DOI
https://doi.org/10.14719/pst.7970
Submitted
27 February 2025
Published
31-07-2025
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Abstract

A major challenge in modern agriculture is the inefficient delivery and utilization of agrochemicals, which often leads to their overuse, causing environmental pollution and harming beneficial organisms such as earthworms and bees. This challenge can potentially be addressed by using advanced and efficient methods such as polymer-mediated delivery systems. Polymers offer the potential to enhance the efficiency of agrochemicals used in agriculture. Incorporating polymers into agrochemical delivery systems can overcome the limitations associated with conventional methods. This article aims to analyse the potential role of polymers in agrochemical delivery system. Polymer can enable the precise delivery of active ingredients, nutrients, pesticides and herbicides into plants, making the process more resilient to agrochemical loss associated with conventional delivery methods. Enhancing our understanding of polymers and their properties may improve the efficiency and efficacy of agrochemicals by influencing their interaction with plants, carrier capabilities and release mechanisms.

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