AGRO-INTERMEDIATES

 

What are Agro-intermediates ? Why are they are used in agriculture?

“Agro intermediates” generally refer to intermediate products or materials used in the agricultural sector. These substances play a crucial role in various stages of agricultural processes and contribute to enhancing crop production, protecting plants from pests and diseases, and improving overall agricultural efficiency. Here are some common types of agro intermediates:

1. Fertilizers:
   • Fertilizers provide essential nutrients to plants, promoting healthy growth and increased crop yields. They may contain nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other micronutrients.
2. Pesticides:
   • Pesticides are chemical substances used to control or eliminate pests, including insects, weeds, and diseases, which can negatively impact crops.
3. Herbicides:
   • Herbicides are specifically designed to control or eliminate unwanted plant growth, commonly known as weeds, in agricultural fields.
4. Fungicides:
   • Fungicides are substances used to prevent or control fungal diseases that can affect crops and reduce yield.
5. Insecticides:
   • Insecticides are chemicals designed to combat and control insect pests that may damage crops.
6. Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs):
   • PGRs influence the growth, development, and physiological processes of plants. They can be used to enhance crop yield, improve fruit quality, or regulate plant height.
7. Soil Conditioners:
   • Soil conditioners are materials added to improve the physical and chemical properties of soil, enhancing its fertility and structure.
8. Seed Treatments:
   • Seed treatments involve applying substances to seeds to protect them from diseases, pests, and environmental stress, promoting better germination and plant establishment.

These agro intermediates contribute to sustainable and efficient agriculture by helping farmers manage challenges such as nutrient deficiencies, pest infestations, and soil degradation. It’s important to use these intermediates responsibly, following recommended guidelines and considering environmental and health impacts. Additionally, advancements in agrochemical technology aim to develop safer and more environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional intermediates.

AGRO-INTERMEDIATES

 

Acetamiprid/Imidachloprid

2-Chloro-5-Chloromethyl Pyridine Cyano Methyl (Ethyl) Acetamidate NNII 98% Min.

 

Alachlor / Butachlor

2-Chloro-N-Chloromethyl-N’-(2,6-Diethylphenyl)-Acetamide

 

Azoxystrobin

Ortho hydroxyl phenyl acetic acid (OHPA) (CAS: 614-75-5).

Trimethyl ortho formate (TMOF)

Benzofuran-2(3H)-One (CAS:553-86-6)

4,6-dichloro pyrimidine (CAS: 1193-21-1)

Methyl-(E)-2-[2-(6-Pyrimidine-4-yl Oxy) phenyl]-3-Methoxy acrylate (CAS: 131860-97-4)

2-cyano phenol (2-Hydroxy benzonitrile) (CAS: 611-20-1)

 

Bifenthrin

Lambda-cyhalothric Acid (TFP Acid) 99% Min.

2-Methyl-(l,l’-biphenyl)-3-methanol (Bifenthrin Alcohol)

 

Bispyribac sodium

2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid

4,6-Dimethoxy-2-methylsulfonylpyrimidine

 

Chlodinafop-propargyl

2,3-Difluoro-5-Chloro Pyridine

R-(+)-2-(4-Hydroxyphenoxy)-Propionic Acid

 

Cymoxanil

Cyanacetyl-ethyl urea

 

Difenconazole

2-Chloro-4-(4-Chloro Phenoxy) Acetophenone CAS:119851-28-4

2-[2-chloro-4(4-chlorophenoxy) phenyl]-4-methyl-2-bromomethyl-1,3-dioxolane

 

Epoxyconazole

 

2-Bromo-4-fluoroacetophenone(4-Fluorophenacyl Bromide)

2-Chloro-4’fluoroacetophenone

2-chloromethyl-2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-(2-chlorophenyl) oxirane [CAS No. 133024-33-6]

2- Bromomethyl-2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-(2-chlorophenyl) oxirane Fluazinam/Chlorfluazuron/Haloxyfop-P-methyl

2,3-Dichloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine(DCTF) [CAS No:69045-84-7]

 

Fluxapyroxad/Sedaxane/Bixanfen

Ethyl 3-(difluoromethyl)1-methyl-1H-Pyrazole-4-carboxylic(DFPA) [CAS NO.141573-95-7]

 

Glyphosate

N-(Phosphonomethyl)iminodiacetic acid (PMIDA) (By IDA & DEA routes)

 

Hexaconazole

2,4-Dichloro valerophenone [CAS No. 1009-14-9]

2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2-butyl-oxirane [CAS No.88374-07-6]

 

Indoxacarb

Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxy-1-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-2-carboxylate(Hydroxy Indanone) [Cas No. 144172-24-7]

 

Kresoxim-methyl

Phthalide

O-Methoxy Amine HCl

Methyl-2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)Phenyl glyoxalate

 

Metalaxyl

Methyl-N-(2,6-Dimethyl phenyl)-DL-Alanine

2,6-Xylidine

Methyl-2-Chloro Propionate

 

Metalaxyl-M

Methoxy Acetic Acid

Methoxy Acetyl Chloride Methyl-2-Chloro Propionate

 

Metribuzin:

Triazinone 95% Min.

Thiocarbo hydrazine

 

Napropamide

Alpha-Naphthol

2-Chloro Propionyl Chloride

Pendimethalin

4-Nitro Ortho Xylene

3,4-Xylidine

Diethyl Ketone

 

Pretilachlor

2,6-Diethyl-N-Propoxyethyl aniline

 

Propiconazole

2,4,Dichloroacetophenone [CAS No.2234-16-4]

2-Bromomethyl-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolane (Bromoketal) [CAS No.60207-89-8]

 

Sulfosulfuron

2-Amino-4,6-Dimethoxy Pyrimidine

2-Ethylsulfonylimidazo [1,2a] Pyridine -3-Sulfonamide

 

Tebuconazole:

1-(4′-Chloro phenyl)-4,4-Dimethyl-3-Pentanone 98% Min.

2[2(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-oxirane [CAS No. 80443-63-6]

 

Triazophos:

1-Phenyl-3-Hydroxy-1,2,4-Triazole (PHT)

 

Transfluthrin

2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzyl alcohol(TFBA) [CAS No.4084-38-2]

 

Tricycloazole:

2-Amino-4-Methyl Benzothiazole

2-Hydrazine-4-Methyl Benzothiazole

1,2,4-Triazole