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Pesticides in the Modern World: Effects of Pesticides Exposure

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Pesticides in the Modern World: Effects of Pesticides Exposure - Stoytcheva, Margarita (Editor)
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The introduction of the synthetic organochlorine, organophosphate, carbamate and pyrethroid pesticides by 1950's marked the beginning of the modern pesticides era and a new stage in the agriculture development. Evolved from the chemicals designed originally as warfare agents, the synthetic pesticides demonstrated a high effectiveness in preventing, destroying or controlling any pest. Therefore, their application in the agriculture practices made it possible enhancing crops and livestock's yields and obtaining higher-quality ...

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Pesticides in the Modern World: Effects of Pesticides Exposure 2011, Intechopen

ISBN-13: 9789533074542

Hardcover