Pyrazophos Explained

Pyrazophos is an organic compound used as a fungicide[1] and an insecticide.[2]

Uses

Pyrazophos is a systemic fungicide which is used in orchards, vineyards and vegetable crops against powdery mildew. In some instances, the compound is also an effective insecticide (e.g. against leaf-miner flies).

History

The compound has been commercially available since 1970.

Notes and References

  1. Ackermann. Peter. Margot. Paul. Müller. Franz. Fungicides, Agricultural. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry. 2000. 10.1002/14356007.a12_085. 3527306730.
  2. Book: Shanmugasundaram. S.. Yeh. C.C.. Hartman. G.L.. Talekar. N.S.. Vegetable Soybean Research Needs for Production and Quality Improvement. 1991. Asian Vegetable Research and Development Center. Taipei. 9789290580478. 88–89. 6 February 2016.

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