How large is the global molluscicides market in 2025?

The molluscicides market size is valued at USD 1.1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 1.4 billion by 2030. Read More

Which region leads growth in molluscicides demand?

South America generates the highest demand with 36.5% share in 2024 and a 6.1% CAGR forecast through 2030, mainly because of invasive Pomacea snails in rice. Read More

Which application mode holds the biggest share of gastropod control spending?

Foliar spraying leads with 54.2% of the market in 2024, advantaged by precision agriculture compatibility and visible efficacy. Read More

What driver most accelerates future molluscicides sales?

Climate-induced increases in slug and snail outbreaks, tied to warmer, wetter seasons, add 0.9% to the overall CAGR forecast. Read More

Molluscicide Market Size & Share Analysis - Industry Research Report

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Molluscicides Market Size and Share

Market Overview

Study Period	2017 - 2030
Market Size (2025)	USD 1.10 Billion
Market Size (2030)	USD 1.40 Billion
Growth Rate (2025 - 2030)	4.97% CAGR
Fastest Growing Market	South America
Largest Market	South America
Market Concentration	Low
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Molluscicides Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The global molluscicides market size reaches USD 1.1 billion in 2025 and is forecast to climb to USD 1.4 billion by 2030 at a 4.97% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). Climate-related spikes in slug and snail outbreaks, the phase-out of high-toxicity ingredients, and wider use of precision agriculture tools underpin growth in the molluscicide market. Growers of rice, specialty fruits, and greenhouse vegetables increasingly rely on gastropod control products to safeguard profit margins, and regulators in North America and Europe continue to fast-track low-risk active ingredients such as iron phosphate and sodium ferric ethylenediaminetetraacetate. South America leads volume demand on the back of invasive Pomacea species in rice fields, while Asia-Pacific accelerates adoption as controlled-environment horticulture gains ground. Although iron-based baits capture share from legacy metaldehyde products, biological nematode and botanical solutions are also winning acreage as part of integrated pest management programs. Fragmented supplier bases, heterogeneous compliance rules, and the steady entry of biological innovators keep competitive dynamics intense in the molluscicide market.

Key Report Takeaways

By application mode, foliar sprays held 54.2% of the molluscicides market share in 2024 and are projected to expand at a 5.1% CAGR through 2030.
By crop type, grains and cereals captured a 44.5% share of the molluscicides market size in 2024, while commercial crops are poised for the fastest 5.5% CAGR to 2030.
By geography, South America commanded 36.5% of the molluscicides market in 2024, with the region is advancing at a 6.1% CAGR through 2030.

Global Molluscicides Market Trends and Insights

Drivers Impact Analysis

Driver	(~) % Impact on CAGR Forecast	Geographic Relevance	Impact Timeline
Growing demand for high-value horticulture crops	+0.8%	Global, concentrated in North America and Europe	Medium term (2-4 years)
Rising adoption of integrated pest management programs	+0.7%	Global, led by developed markets	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Climate-change-driven spike in slug and snail outbreaks	+0.9%	Global, especially temperate zones	Short term (≤ 2 years)
Regulatory approvals of newer low-toxicity actives	+0.6%	Primarily North America and Europe	Medium term (2-4 years)
Expansion of protected cultivation acreage	+0.5%	Asia-Pacific core, spillover to Middle East and Africa	Long term (≥ 4 years)
Precision-ag technology enabling site-specific baiting	+0.4%	North America and Europe	Long term (≥ 4 years)
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Growing Demand for High-Value Horticulture Crops

The rapid rise of greenhouse tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and herbs pushes up the molluscicides market as growers protect crops that command premium shelf prices. Globally, protected cultivation areas expanded 15% in 2024, creating moist microclimates that accelerate gastropod reproduction. Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI)-listed iron phosphate fits certification rules, and vertical farms use precision sprayers that meter bait only where sensors detect slug trails. Higher margins justify multiple in-season applications, and cloud-based dashboards let managers calculate per-square-foot savings from stronger efficacy and reduced crop blemishes.^{[1]Source: Renae Moran, “Protected Cultivation Area Trends,” Michigan State University Extension, canr.msu.edu}

Climate-Change-Driven Spike in Slug and Snail Outbreaks

Warmer winters and wetter summers lengthen gastropod breeding cycles, with 2024 field surveys in temperate regions recording 20-30% higher slug populations versus the five-year average. Golden apple snail incursions have reached the southern United States and parts of Mediterranean Europe, threatening rice and leafy greens. Waterlogged soils stress seedlings, and damaged leaf tissue invites secondary fungal infections. Growers, therefore, escalate gastropod control, pushing demand for weather-resistant iron phosphate granules that remain attractive after rainfall.

Rising Adoption of Integrated Pest Management Programs

Land-grant universities report a 40% jump in commercial grower enrollment in integrated pest management (IPM) courses during 2024. IPM frameworks deploy weather stations, pheromone traps, and pest threshold models, permitting site-specific molluscicide programs rather than calendar spraying. Lower active-ingredient load aligns with public pressure to reduce pesticide footprints, and drones equipped with optical sensors now toggle bait release only on slug hotspots. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) field trials show that IPM-led programs cut total active ingredient usage by 25% while preserving crop yields.^{[2]Source: Paul Jepson, “Integrated Pest Management Adoption Metrics,” Oregon State University Extension, extension.oregonstate.edu}

Regulatory Approvals of Newer Low-Toxicity Actives

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) classified iron phosphate and sodium ferric ethylenediaminetetraacetate as reduced-risk under its expedited review pathway, while the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) extended iron phosphate approval to 2030. These regulatory wins allow manufacturers to rationalize production lines away from phased-out metaldehyde. Start-ups also pursue plant-derived compounds that satisfy zero-maximum-residue benchmarks. Harmonized residue limits ease export hurdles, encouraging multinational agrochemical firms to launch identical labels in several continents with minimal formulation changes.^{[3]Source: Environmental Protection Agency, “Pesticide Registration,” EPA, epa.gov}

Restraints Impact Analysis

Restraint	(~) % Impact on CAGR Forecast	Geographic Relevance	Impact Timeline
Metaldehyde bans and tightening residue limits	-0.7%	Europe and North America	Short term (≤ 2 years)
Availability of cost-effective biological and cultural controls	-0.5%	Global	Medium term (2-4 years)
Raw-material price volatility for iron-based formulations	-0.4%	Global	Short term (≤ 2 years)
Breeding of mollusk-resistant crop cultivars	-0.3%	Global, gradual adoption	Long term (≥ 4 years)
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Metaldehyde Bans and Tightening Residue Limits

The United Kingdom removed metaldehyde registrations in 2022, eliminating roughly 15% of European demand for the active ingredient. EFSA confirmed that renewal will cease in 2026, prompting rapid stock depletion and forcing growers to pivot to iron phosphate. Municipal water boards increasingly detect metaldehyde exceedances that breach drinking-water standards, leading to stricter distribution license conditions. Manufacturers, therefore, retire metaldehyde packaging lines or retrofit them for ferric baits, incurring capital expenditure and short-term supply bottlenecks.

Availability of Cost-Effective Biological and Cultural Controls

Entomopathogenic nematodes such as Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita kill slugs within seven days, and botanical extracts from Chimonanthus species reach 90% mortality in laboratory assays. These options cost 30-40% less per hectare than synthetic granules in small-plot systems, which encourages organic and low-input growers to shift purchases. Copper tape, diatomaceous earth, and raised-bed design further lower gastropod pressure in market gardens, trimming addressable demand for chemical solutions.

Segment Analysis

By Application Mode: Foliar Applications Lead Precision Delivery

Foliar spraying generated the largest revenue slice in 2024, reflecting 54.2% of the molluscicides market and underpinned by broad compatibility with air-blast sprayers, drones, and tractor-mounted booms. This delivery route posts a 5.1% forecast CAGR due to GPS-guided systems that overlay slug population heat maps on variable-rate prescriptions. Precision modules save 15% active ingredient per hectare and reduce collateral effects on earthworms, an ecosystem metric increasingly tracked by certification auditors. Soil treatments follow in volume among high-value horticulture, where pre-plant drenches prevent seedling girdling. Chemigation gains in greenhouse peppers and cucumbers, leveraging drip lines for uniform distribution. Fumigation remains a niche, quick-knockdown choice in ornamentals and mushroom houses.

Grower preference for foliar products stems from their rapid visible impact, which aids scouting decisions for subsequent thresholds. Adoption of corrosion-resistant nozzles further prevents clogging from iron granule dust, minimizing downtime. Manufacturers respond by formulating wetter-stable pellets with food-grade binders, extending field persistence even in monsoon-prone banana plantations. As drones scale beyond pilot projects, remote operators schedule sunset flights when slugs emerge, concentrating bait along row edges and reducing application to less than one-tenth of canopy area, a model that sustains profitability in the molluscicides market.

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By Crop Type: Commercial Crops Drive Innovation

Grains and cereals accounted for 44.5% of the molluscicides market size in 2024, driven by large rice acreages where golden apple snail infestations can wipe out seedling stands in just three nights. Commercial crops post the quickest 5.5% CAGR as strawberries, lettuce, and cut flowers fetch high retail premiums that warrant rigorous pest exclusion. Indoor lettuce farms specify zero tolerance thresholds for slugs, prompting weekly baiting that commands double the cost per acre compared to field grains. Fruits and vegetables attract steady adoption, driven by export phytosanitary standards that penalize leaf damage.

The spending power of commercial horticulture inspires research into slow-release microgranules that resist breakdown under continuous irrigation. Patent filings for encapsulated ferric derivatives show reduced plant contact discoloration, unlocking use in hydroponic channels. Meanwhile, pulses and oilseeds edge into the spotlight as plant-based protein processors demand spotless chickpea and lentil kernels for ready-to-eat meals. With climate stress pushing slug migration into dryland bean fields, acreage protected by iron-based products inches upward, ensuring a diverse and resilient client base for the molluscicides market.

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Geography Analysis

South America captured 36.5% share of the molluscicides market in 2024 and tops the regional growth chart with a 6.1% CAGR through 2030. Argentine and Brazilian rice fields suffer yield losses above 20% when invasive Pomacea canaliculata escapes flooded irrigation blocks. Local agronomists recommend dual in-season baiting, and governments support cost-sharing programs, allowing adoption even among smallholders. Chilean berry exporters also invest in protected-cultivation tunnels, where iron phosphate meets the strict residue ceilings demanded by the United States' chain grocers.

Asia-Pacific follows as a high-potential zone. China, India, and Vietnam collectively account for more than half of the global paddy area, and field demonstrations financed by extension agencies have revealed that two properly timed applications can reduce juvenile snail densities by 80%. Japanese greenhouse strawberry acreage increases by 6% annually, and producers favor sodium ferric ethylenediaminetetraacetate due to its minimal mammalian toxicity rating. Protected farms in South Korea trial robotic pellet dispensers synced with night-vision cameras that trigger after spotting reflective slug mucus trails.

North America remains a mature but technology-rich market. California artichoke and leafy-green growers deploy drone spot treatments and are early adopters of biological nematode sachets. The United States Environmental Protection Agency maintains streamlined registrations for reduced-risk actives, protecting product pipelines. Europe experiences flat volume after metaldehyde rescindment, yet demand stabilizes as iron phosphate granules achieve parity in cost-per-slug-kill metrics. Middle East and African demand climbs from a low base as Gulf hydroponic farms protect lettuce racks from imported snail eggs hitchhiking on rockwool cubes, and Kenyan cut-flower estates expand slug monitoring in rain-fed valleys.

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Competitive Landscape

The molluscicides market is highly fragmented, with the five largest manufacturers holding a minor combined revenue share. Bayer, BASF, Syngenta, American Vanguard, and UPL focus on iron phosphate and biological diversification while pruning metaldehyde portfolios to comply with new residue thresholds. Regional specialists, such as Certis and Arxada, cultivate dealer intimacy and can tailor label language to local languages more quickly than their global peers, thereby bolstering brand loyalty among smallholders.

Start-ups funded by venture capital are pursuing fermentation-derived actives and microencapsulation methods to extend residual activity in humid tropical regions. Strategic moves revolve around distribution expansion and digital integration. UPL acquired PT Excel Crop Care Indonesia in October 2024, adding 1,200 district-level retail nodes and immediate access to rice-heavy islands. American Vanguard secured United States Environmental Protection Agency registration for a weather-proof iron phosphate in June 2024, citing a 30% higher rain-fast score that supports adoption in monsoon-exposed sugarcane.

Nufarm struck fermentation alliances to shorten biological development timelines, and PI Industries launched an Internet of Things sensor suite that automates bait release only when humidity and temperature lines cross slug emergence thresholds. Patent search trends reveal a surge in filings for biodegradable carrier matrices and multi-mode botanical blends, highlighting continuous innovation pressure across the molluscicide market.

Molluscicides Industry Leaders

American Vanguard Corporation
Arxada
Nufarm Ltd
PI Industries
UPL Limited
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Recent Industry Developments

May 2025: De Sangosse has introduced IRONMAX PRO, a molluscicide containing 3% ferric phosphate IP max, formulated for effective and long-lasting control of slugs and snails. The product features a patented Colzactive attractant, which increases bait attractiveness and consumption, disrupting pest metabolism through iron overload. Certified for use in organic agriculture, it is approved in Portugal for most crops, excluding potatoes and citrus, with a maximum of four applications per year.
April 2025: Feralla, a newly developed active ingredient for mollusc control, has been approved by the EU for use in crop protection. It introduces a unique mode of action against slugs and snails, supporting sustainable agriculture across Europe.
August 2024: Cellora announced that its new molluscicide has been chosen for trials by the Australian grain industry due to its potential for sustainable control of slugs and snails. The product is designed to perform effectively under high-pressure pest conditions while supporting regenerative agriculture objectives. This selection underscores the increasing demand for innovative and environmentally friendly pest control solutions.

Table of Contents for Molluscicides Industry Report

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
1.3 Research Methodology

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND KEY FINDINGS

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

4.1 Consumption of Pesticide Per Hectare
4.2 Pricing Analysis For Active Ingredients
4.3 Regulatory Framework
- 4.3.1 Australia
- 4.3.2 China
- 4.3.3 France
- 4.3.4 Germany
- 4.3.5 India
- 4.3.6 Indonesia
- 4.3.7 Italy
- 4.3.8 Japan
- 4.3.9 Myanmar
- 4.3.10 Netherlands
- 4.3.11 Pakistan
- 4.3.12 Philippines
- 4.3.13 Russia
- 4.3.14 Spain
- 4.3.15 Thailand
- 4.3.16 Ukraine
- 4.3.17 United Kingdom
- 4.3.18 Vietnam
4.4 Value Chain and Distribution Channel Analysis
4.5 Market Drivers
- 4.5.1 Growing demand for high-value horticulture crops
- 4.5.2 Rising adoption of integrated pest management programs
- 4.5.3 Climate-change-driven spike in slug/snail outbreaks
- 4.5.4 Regulatory approvals of newer low-toxicity actives
- 4.5.5 Expansion of protected cultivation acreage
- 4.5.6 Precision-ag tech enabling site-specific baiting
4.6 Market Restraints
- 4.6.1 Metaldehyde bans and tightening residue limits
- 4.6.2 Availability of cost-effective biological and cultural controls
- 4.6.3 Raw-material price volatility for iron-based formulations
- 4.6.4 Breeding of mollusk-resistant crop cultivars

5. MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH FORECASTS (VALUE AND VOLUME)

5.1 Application Mode
- 5.1.1 Chemigation
- 5.1.2 Foliar
- 5.1.3 Fumigation
- 5.1.4 Soil Treatment
5.2 Crop Type
- 5.2.1 Commercial Crops
- 5.2.2 Fruits and Vegetables
- 5.2.3 Grains and Cereals
- 5.2.4 Pulses and Oilseeds
- 5.2.5 Turf and Ornamental
5.3 Geography
- 5.3.1 Africa
- 5.3.1.1 By Country
- 5.3.1.1.1 South Africa
- 5.3.1.1.2 Rest of Africa
- 5.3.2 Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.2.1 By Country
- 5.3.2.1.1 Australia
- 5.3.2.1.2 China
- 5.3.2.1.3 India
- 5.3.2.1.4 Indonesia
- 5.3.2.1.5 Japan
- 5.3.2.1.6 Myanmar
- 5.3.2.1.7 Pakistan
- 5.3.2.1.8 Philippines
- 5.3.2.1.9 Thailand
- 5.3.2.1.10 Vietnam
- 5.3.2.1.11 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.3 Europe
- 5.3.3.1 By Country
- 5.3.3.1.1 France
- 5.3.3.1.2 Germany
- 5.3.3.1.3 Italy
- 5.3.3.1.4 Netherlands
- 5.3.3.1.5 Russia
- 5.3.3.1.6 Spain
- 5.3.3.1.7 Ukraine
- 5.3.3.1.8 United Kingdom
- 5.3.3.1.9 Rest of Europe
- 5.3.4 North America
- 5.3.4.1 By Country
- 5.3.4.1.1 Canada
- 5.3.4.1.2 Mexico
- 5.3.4.1.3 United States
- 5.3.4.1.4 Rest of North America
- 5.3.5 South America
- 5.3.5.1 By Country
- 5.3.5.1.1 Argentina
- 5.3.5.1.2 Brazil
- 5.3.5.1.3 Chile
- 5.3.5.1.4 Rest of South America

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

6.1 Key Strategic Moves
6.2 Market Share Analysis
6.3 Company Landscape
6.4 Company Profiles (Includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)
- 6.4.1 American Vanguard Corporation
- 6.4.2 Arxada
- 6.4.3 Liphatech Inc.
- 6.4.4 Mitsui and Co. Ltd (Certis Belchim)
- 6.4.5 Nufarm Ltd
- 6.4.6 PI Industries
- 6.4.7 UPL Limited
- 6.4.8 BASF SE
- 6.4.9 Syngenta AG
- 6.4.10 De Sangosse SAS
- 6.4.11 Bayer AG
- 6.4.12 Marrone Bio Innovations
- 6.4.13 Koppert Biological Systems
- 6.4.14 Certis USA LLC
- 6.4.15 Belchim Crop Protection

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS CEOS

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Global Molluscicides Market Report Scope

Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Soil Treatment are covered as segments by Application Mode. Commercial Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Turf & Ornamental are covered as segments by Crop Type. Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, South America are covered as segments by Region.

Application Mode

Chemigation

Foliar

Fumigation

Soil Treatment

Crop Type

Commercial Crops

Fruits and Vegetables

Grains and Cereals

Pulses and Oilseeds

Turf and Ornamental

Geography

Africa	By Country	South Africa
		Rest of Africa
Asia-Pacific	By Country	Australia
		China
		India
		Indonesia
		Japan
		Myanmar
		Pakistan
		Philippines
		Thailand
		Vietnam
		Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe	By Country	France
		Germany
		Italy
		Netherlands
		Russia
		Spain
		Ukraine
		United Kingdom
		Rest of Europe
North America	By Country	Canada
		Mexico
		United States
		Rest of North America
South America	By Country	Argentina
		Brazil
		Chile
		Rest of South America

Application Mode	Chemigation
	Foliar
	Fumigation
	Soil Treatment
Crop Type	Commercial Crops
	Fruits and Vegetables
	Grains and Cereals
	Pulses and Oilseeds
	Turf and Ornamental

Geography	Africa	By Country	South Africa
			Rest of Africa

	Asia-Pacific	By Country	Australia
			China
			India
			Indonesia
			Japan
			Myanmar
			Pakistan
			Philippines
			Thailand
			Vietnam
			Rest of Asia-Pacific

	Europe	By Country	France
			Germany
			Italy
			Netherlands
			Russia
			Spain
			Ukraine
			United Kingdom
			Rest of Europe

	North America	By Country	Canada
			Mexico
			United States
			Rest of North America

	South America	By Country	Argentina
			Brazil
			Chile
			Rest of South America

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Market Definition

Function - Molluscicides are chemicals used to control or prevent mollusks from damaging the crop and prevent yield loss.
Application Mode - Foliar, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment, Chemigation, and Fumigation are the different type of application modes through which crop protection chemicals are applied to the crops.
Crop Type - This represents the consumption of crop protection chemicals by Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, Fruits, Vegetables, Turf, and Ornamental crops.

Keyword	Definition
IWM	Integrated weed management (IWM) is an approach to incorporate multiple weed control techniques throughout the growing season to give producers the best opportunity to control problematic weeds.
Host	Hosts are the plants that form relationships with beneficial microorganisms and help them colonize.
Pathogen	A disease-causing organism.
Herbigation	Herbigation is an effective method of applying herbicides through irrigation systems.
Maximum residue levels (MRL)	Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) is the maximum allowed limit of pesticide residue in food or feed obtained from plants and animals.
IoT	The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected devices that connect and exchange data with other IoT devices and the cloud.
Herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs)	Herbicide-tolerant varieties are plant species that have been genetically engineered to be resistant to herbicides used on crops.
Chemigation	Chemigation is a method of applying pesticides to crops through an irrigation system.
Crop Protection	Crop protection is a method of protecting crop yields from different pests, including insects, weeds, plant diseases, and others that cause damage to agricultural crops.
Seed Treatment	Seed treatment helps to disinfect seeds or seedlings from seed-borne or soil-borne pests. Crop protection chemicals, such as fungicides, insecticides, or nematicides, are commonly used for seed treatment.
Fumigation	Fumigation is the application of crop protection chemicals in gaseous form to control pests.
Bait	A bait is a food or other material used to lure a pest and kill it through various methods, including poisoning.
Contact Fungicide	Contact pesticides prevent crop contamination and combat fungal pathogens. They act on pests (fungi) only when they come in contact with the pests.
Systemic Fungicide	A systemic fungicide is a compound taken up by a plant and then translocated within the plant, thus protecting the plant from attack by pathogens.
Mass Drug Administration (MDA)	Mass drug administration is the strategy to control or eliminate many neglected tropical diseases.
Mollusks	Mollusks are pests that feed on crops, causing crop damage and yield loss. Mollusks include octopi, squid, snails, and slugs.
Pre-emergence Herbicide	Preemergence herbicides are a form of chemical weed control that prevents germinated weed seedlings from becoming established.
Post-emergence Herbicide	Postemergence herbicides are applied to the agricultural field to control weeds after emergence (germination) of seeds or seedlings.
Active Ingredients	Active ingredients are the chemicals in pesticide products that kill, control, or repel pests.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)	The Department of Agriculture provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues.
Weed Science Society of America (WSSA)	The WSSA, a non-profit professional society, promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds.
Suspension concentrate	Suspension concentrate (SC) is one of the formulations of crop protection chemicals with solid active ingredients dispersed in water.
Wettable powder	A wettable powder (WP) is a powder formulation that forms a suspension when mixed with water prior to spraying.
Emulsifiable concentrate	Emulsifiable concentrate (EC) is a concentrated liquid formulation of pesticide that needs to be diluted with water to create a spray solution.
Plant-parasitic nematodes	Parasitic Nematodes feed on the roots of crops, causing damage to the roots. These damages allow for easy plant infestation by soil-borne pathogens, which results in crop or yield loss.
Australian Weeds Strategy (AWS)	The Australian Weeds Strategy, owned by the Environment and Invasives Committee, provides national guidance on weed management.
Weed Science Society of Japan (WSSJ)	WSSJ aims to contribute to the prevention of weed damage and the utilization of weed value by providing the chance for research presentation and information exchange.

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