The book on Agrochemicals and Pesticides in the hands of T.Y.B.Sc. students and the teachers of Chemistry. This book has been written strictly according to the new revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc. Chemistry (2026) of Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon as per NEP 2020 Pattern.
This book aims to be informative yet simple, written in clear, accessible language. Agrochemicals and Pesticides is introduced to T.Y.B.Sc. Chemistry students, we present the classification of agrochemicals, Advantages, disadvantages, Uses and safe handling of agrochemicals, role of fertilizers in plant growth, compost, cow dung manure, vermicompost. Natural and synthetic pesticides, biopesticides like neem oil, nicotine extract. Structures of DAP, Baygon, DDT, BHC, bromethalin (rat poison), Mode of action and toxicity symbols. At the end of each chapter, thoughtfully designed questions help reinforce understanding and encourage self-assessment.