Abstract: Formulations or compositions which are especially suitable to be contained in a water soluble or water dispersible bag containing a water dispersible organic gel. This gel is a continuous system comprised of effective amounts of hazardous product, a water soluble or water dispersible surfactant which contains a non ionic surfactant and optionally an anionic or amphoteric surfactant. This gel further consists of a gelling agent having, when it is solid, a particle size less than 100 microns.

Abstract: A method of increasing protein expression encoded by a foreign gene in plants which comprises treating a locus comprising the plant or the seed from which it grows with aldicarb. A method of controlling pests at a locus, which locus comprises a plant containing a gene which encodes for Bt endotoxin, the method comprising the application of aldicarb at the plant or at the seed from which it grows. A method of controlling weeds at a locus, which locus comprises a plant containing a foreign gene which encodes a protein imparting tolerance to an herbicide, wherein the herbicide is applied in locus to plant, the method comprising the application of aldicarb to the plant or to the seed from which it grows. A method of increasing the time during which an herbicide may be applied to an herbicide tolerant plant, which method comprises applying a systemic pesticide to the plant or to a seed from which it grows.

Abstract: A process for coating seed which comprises applying a mixture comprising a particulate solid and a binder; then a singulating substance; then drying the seed to a point wherein the seeds are substantially separated one from another. Also a coated seed wherein the coating comprises a first layer which comprises a binder and a particulate solid, a second layer which comprises a singulating substance, and a third layer which comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of a biological material and a phytoprotection product.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for controlling the population of insects are disclosed. The compositions include a feeding stimulant for a particular insect, an effective amount of a 1-arylpyrazole or nicotinyl insecticide to kill an desired insect, at a concentration which is not typically toxic when applied to a plant in the absence of a feeding stimulant and the insect consumes an ordinary amount of toxin during the course of normal feeding, but is toxic when applied in conjunction with a feeding stimulant which causes the insect to consume more of the toxin than would normally be consumed during normal feeding. The use of normally non-toxic amounts of insecticides allows one to minimize the residual insecticide present on the crops.

Abstract: The present invention provides isolated nucleic acids encoding lepidopteran gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) gated chloride channels. In a preferred embodiment, the nucleic acids encoding lepidopteran GABA gated chloride channels are isolatable from Heliothis virescens. The invention further provides recombinant lepidopteran GABA gated chloride channels and methods for identifying agonists and antagonists to a lepidopteran GABA gated chloride channels.

Abstract: Substituted-1-arylpyrrole compounds of general formula (I) below, are useful as pesticides, in particular for the control of insects, arachnids, and nematodes. Processes to make the compounds and intermediates used for their preparation are described. Additionally, compositions containing the compounds and methods of use therefore are provided. Preferred compounds are the compounds of general formula (I) ##STR1## wherein typically preferred substituents are: X is halogen or a group R.sup.5 S(O).sub.n, in which n is 0, 1, or 2 and R.sup.5 is CH.sub.3, CF.sub.3, CCl.sub.3, CF.sub.2 Cl, CFCl.sub.2, CF.sub.2 Br, CHF.sub.2, CHCl.sub.2 or CHClF;R.sup.1 is H, F, Cl, Br, OCH.sub.3, SCH.sub.3, or CH.sub.3 optionally substituted;R.sup.2 is CN;R.sup.3 is H, F, Cl, Br, OCH.sub.3, or CH.sub.3 optionally substituted;Y is CF.sub.3, CF.sub.3 O, H, F, Cl or Br;X.sup.1 and X.sup.4 are individually H, F, Cl, Br, CH.sub.3, OCH.sub.3 or SCH.sub.3 ; andX.sup.2 and X.sup.3 are each H.

Abstract: A non-aqueous insecticidal unit comprising an insecticidal composition concentrate in the form of a water soluble or water dispersible gel contained in a cold water soluble or dispersible bag. The bag upon being solubilized or dispersed in water is capable of being used in an agricultural chemical spray unit. The composition comprises a synthetic pyrethroid, a solvent, at least one gelling agent, at least one emulsifier, at least one antifoaming agent, at least one antioxidant and an acidic agent.

Abstract: The invention describes novel 1-aryl-5-(substituted alkylideneimino)pyrazoles of formula (I) ##STR1## wherein typically preferred substituents are: R.sup.1 is cyano, nitro, or halogen;R.sup.2 is R.sup.9 S(O).sub.n in which n is 0, 1 or 2 and R.sup.9 is alkyl, preferably methyl which is substituted by halogen atoms which are the same or different up to full substitution of the alkyl moiety;R.sup.3 is hydrogen or alkyl;R.sup.4 is phenyl or heteroaryl, optionally substituted by one or more hydroxy, halogen, alkoxy, alkylthio, cyano or alkyl or combinations thereof; preferably R.sup.4 is phenyl, which is at least substituted by 3-hydroxy or 4-hydroxy;R.sup.5 is hydrogen, alkyl or halogen;R.sup.6 and R.sup.8 are hydrogen;R.sup.7 is halogen, alkyl, haloalkyl or haloalkoxy; andX is a nitrogen atom or CR.sup.14 in which R.sup.14 is hydrogen, halogen, cyano, alkyl, alkylthio or alkoxy.

Abstract: A composition, which is suitable for containment in a water soluble bag as a liquid or a gel, contains a hazardous product and an electrolyte and water and other additives. Typical hazardous products include agrochemicals such as pesticides, plant growth regulators and plant nutrients. Optionally the composition contains a thickener, a solvent or a dispersant. The water soluble bags used as containerization systems for these compositions may be made of polyvinylalcohol.

Abstract: Sulfur-linked bis alkylthio alkylamino N-alkyl carbamate pesticides can be stabilized against thermal decomposition induced and accelerated by a variety of contaminants. Thermally stable wettable powder, dispersible granular and liquid formulations of these pesticides can be prepared.

Abstract: A package containing a pesticidal composition which package comprises a first sheet of non-planar water soluble or water dispersible material defining a concavity enclosing the pesticidal composition, a second sheet of water soluble or water dispersible material sealed to the first sheet by a continuous closed water soluble or water dispersible heat seal, and a third sheet between the first and second sheets and sealed thereto by a water soluble or water dispersible seal to divide the package into two compartments. A process for making the package.

Abstract: The invention describes novel 1-arylimidazoles of formula (I) ##STR1## wherein typically preferred substituents are: X is S(O).sub.n R.sub.1, in which R.sub.1 is an alkyl group, preferably a methyl group, which is fully substituted by halogen atoms, and n is 0, 1 and 2;Y is hydrogen, halogen, alkyl, alkoxy, alkoxyalkylideneimino, alkylsulfenyl, alkylsulfinyl or alkylsulfonyl;Z is hydrogen, halogen, alkyl, preferably methyl; andR.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 are individually hydrogen, halogen or an unsubstituted or halo-substituted alkyl, alkoxy, alkylsulfenyl, alkylsulfinyl or alkylsulfonyl.The invention further describes intermediates and processes to make the compounds, compositions of the compounds, and methods of use of the compounds for the control of arthropods (especially mites, aphids or insects), nematodes, helminths, or protozoa.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a containerization system comprising at least one inner water soluble (water dispersible) bag located within an outer water soluble (water dispersible) bag. Each water soluble bag independently contains an agrochemical that does not substantially dissolve the bag, or bags, which it contacts. Typical agrochemicals are in solid, substantially non-aqueous liquid, or organic gel form. Typical agrochemicals include plant protection compounds such as pesticides, fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, nematocides, herbicides, plant nutrients or plant growth regulators.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stabilized, concentrated or diluted emulsions of the oil-in-water (O/W) type exhibiting a pesticidal activity and to a process for making use of the emulsions. More specifically the invention relates to stable O/W macroemulsions which comprise one or more pesticidal active ingredients in the oil phase or additionally, macroemulsions which comprise one or more pesticidal active ingredients in both the oil and water phases, wherein the oily phase is emulsified or dispersed in the water phase by an emulsifying system; and wherein the emulsions are further stabilized by a solid dispersing agent, namely titanium dioxide, which maintains or improves the emulsion stability. It also relates to a suspoemulsion obtained by milling the said emulsion with an additional solid pesticidal substance.

Abstract: The invention relates to pesticidal compositions based on phosphorous acid, monoesters and salts thereof for new methods of use to control arthropod pests on plants or habitats thereof with a compound of a formula (I) ##STR1## wherein: R is an OH or an alkoxy having 1 to 4 carbon atoms;M is a hydrogen atom (when R is a hydroxyl radical) or an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal or aluminum cation; andn is an integer from 1 to 3.

Abstract: Substituted-1-arylpyrrole compounds of general formula (I) below, are useful as pesticides, in particular for the control of insects, arachnids, and nematodes. Processes to make the compounds and intermediates used for their preparation are described. Additionally, compositions containing the compounds and methods of use therefore are provided. Preferred compounds are the compounds of general formula (I) ##STR1## wherein typically preferred substituents are: X is halogen or a group R.sup.5 S(O).sub.n, in which n is 0, 1, or 2 and R.sup.5 is CH.sub.3, CF.sub.3, CCl.sub.3, CF.sub.2 Cl, CFCl.sub.2, CF.sub.2 Br, CHF.sub.2, CHCl.sub.2 or CHClF;R.sup.1 is H, F, Cl, Br, OCH.sub.3, SCH.sub.3, or CH.sub.3 optionally substituted;R.sup.2 is CN;R.sup.3 is H, F, Cl, Br, OCH.sub.3, or CH.sub.3 optionally substituted;Y is CF.sub.3, CF.sub.3 O, H, F, Cl or Br;X.sup.1 and X.sup.4 are individually H, F, Cl, Br, CH.sub.3, OCH.sub.3 or SCH.sub.3 ; andX.sup.2 and X.sup.3 are each H.

Abstract: A gel formulation comprising a hazardous material, such as a hazardous chemical, and sufficient surfactant such that it meets certain test requirements. A containerization system for same.

Abstract: This invention relates to a containerization system and to containers which are particularly suitable for storing, packaging and transporting toxic or hazardous products, such as agricultural chemicals. The containerization system comprises the chemical in the form of a gel which is contained within a water-soluble or water-dispersible bag.

Abstract: A method of destroying insect eggs and a method of protecting crops from the insects resulting from the eggs wherein a compound of formula (I) is applied to the eggs