{"product_id":"pesticide-application-methods-isbn-9781394262205","title":"Pesticide Application Methods","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe definitive guide to modern pesticide application methods for effective and sustainable crop protection\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs precision agriculture continues to evolve, \u003ci\u003ePesticide Application Methods\u003c\/i\u003e serves as an essential reference for professionals in crop protection. With comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of pesticide application technologies, this leading guide covers the foundational principles of pesticide application whilst delving into advanced techniques that enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and integrate seamlessly into sustainable agriculture practices. Drawing on decades of practical expertise, authors Graham Matthews and Roy Bateman provide a thorough grounding in both the theory and practice of pesticide application, ranging from traditional hydraulic sprayers to cutting-edge drone technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fifth edition of \u003ci\u003ePesticide Application Methods\u003c\/i\u003e offers substantial new and updated content, reflecting the latest advancements in crop protection and application technology. This edition incorporates emerging practices in regenerative agriculture, with a focus on selecting pest-resistant crop varieties to reduce chemical dependency. New coverage includes unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for targeted application, electrostatic sprayers that minimise drift and enhance precision, and the integration of sustainable biopesticides and biorationals into pest management strategies. Throughout this edition, updated regulatory insights and training standards ensure that practitioners remain compliant with evolving safety protocols, including the EU “Green Deal” objectives on sustainable pesticide use. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContinuing to set the standard for professionals in crop protection, \u003ci\u003ePesticide Application Methods, Fifth Edition:\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers in-depth guidance on modern pesticide application techniques, with a focus on sustainable practices and precision targeting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains essential information on operator training, equipment maintenance, and certification requirements for pesticide application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures dedicated chapters on specialised techniques such as robotic applications and aerial spraying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides guidelines for maintaining and calibrating application equipment to enhance longevity and efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes clear and practical diagrams, photos, and colour illustrations to enhance understanding of complex equipment and techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating the latest research in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Good Agricultural Practice (GAP), \u003ci\u003ePesticide Application Methods, Fifth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for upper-level students in agricultural sciences, crop protection, entomology, and plant pathology programmes, as well as for crop protection specialists, plant scientists, agricultural consultants, and agrochemical industry professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface to fifth edition vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConversion tables xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePesticide calculation xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnits, abbreviations and symbols xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Biological and chemical control in integrated pest management 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Targets for pesticide deposition and their detection using drones and robotic equipment 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Formulation of pesticides and bio- pesticides 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Spray droplets 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Nozzles – hydraulic and pulse- width modulation 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Portable carried hydraulic sprayers 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Power- operated hydraulic sprayers (electric power) 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Air- assisted sprayers 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Controlled droplet application 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Electrostatic charged sprays 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Using drones to spray crops 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Aerial spraying using manned aircraft and helicopters 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Spray drift 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Seed treatment, dust and granule application 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Space treatment by fogging 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Specialist application techniques using robots 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Application of bio- pesticides 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 Equipment for laboratory and field trials 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19 Training spray operators 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20 Regulations related to toxicity of pesticides and labelling 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21 Safety precautions when applying pesticides 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22 Standards for application equipment 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23 Maintenance of equipment 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 243\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eG. 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