Abstract: By applying a compound selected from jasmonic acid represented by the following general formula (I) or 2-substituted form of jasmonic acid or derivatives thereof or salts thereof, the pharmacological action of a pesticide such as a microbicide or a herbicide applied to the plant is enhanced. (wherein R1 is an alkyl group or an alkenyl group, and R2 is a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group or a hydroxyalkyl group).
Abstract: This invention aims at improving the breeding activity of boars, especially at preventing the reduction of fertilization capacity in the hot season. Particularly, this invention provides a method for improving the breeding activity of boars with the use of a feed for breeding boars which contains saccharides mainly composed of oligosaccharides.