Abstract: Described herein is an apparatus for detecting leakage of an emanated gas from an inorganic compound stored in a container. The apparatus includes an enclosure structured to conceal a closure secured to the container. A flow creation device is fluidically connected to the enclosure, the flow creation device is configured to create a flow of the emanated gas from the enclosure. Further, a gas monitoring unit is fluidically connected between the enclosure and the flow creation device. The gas monitoring unit is structured to receive at least a portion of the emanated gas from the enclosure and detect concentration of at least one constituent present in the emanated gas. The disclosure also includes a system incorporating a control unit for detecting leakage of an emanated gas from an inorganic compound stored in a container.

Abstract: Processes for preparation of a high purity cyproconazole, i.e., (2RS,3RS;2RS,3SR)-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-cyclopropyl-1-(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl) butan-2-ol; and its compound i.e., 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-(1-cyclopropylethyl) oxirane generally includes reacting a ketone of formula (II) with a sulfonium salt in the presence of a base to obtain the oxirane compound of formula (III); wherein the sulfonium salt is obtained by reacting dimethyl sulfide and dimethyl sulfate in the presence of water; followed by reacting the oxirane compound of formula (III) with 1,2,4-triazole or its alkali metal salt to obtain a crude cyproconazole; and treating the crude cyproconazole with an aqueous alcohol to obtain a higher purity cyproconazole.

Abstract: A combination comprising a multi-site contact fungicide, a first systemic fungicide and optionally a second systemic fungicide and a method using the same.

Abstract: A combination comprising a multi-site contact fungicide, a first systemic fungicide and optionally a second systemic fungicide and a method using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved process for the preparation of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1-carboxamide (Amicarbazone). The present invention more particularly relates to an improved process for the preparation of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1-carboxamide (Amicarbazone) by coupling of 4-Amino-2,4-dihydro-5-(1-methylethyl)-3H-1,2,4-triazol-3-one (TAZ) and poor quality tert-Butyl isocyanate (TBIC) with purity less than or equal to 98%, preferably less than or equal to 85%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel and synergistic agrochemical combination. The present invention provides agrochemical combination comprising a synergist and an herbicide or a fungicide and compositions thereof especially for controlling weeds and fungi.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel crystalline form of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1,2,4-1H-triazole-1-carboxamide and a process for preparation of said crystalline form. The invention also relates to formulations and method for controlling weeds using said formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved process for the preparation of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1-carboxamide (Amicarbazone). The present invention more particularly relates to an improved process for the preparation of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1-carboxamide (Amicarbazone) by coupling of 4-Amino-2,4-dihydro-5-(1-methylethyl)-3H-1,2,4-triazol-3-one (TAZ) and poor quality tert-Butyl isocyanate (TBIC) with purity less than or equal to 98%, preferably less than or equal to 85%.

Abstract: An herbicidal combination including a photosystem II inhibitor, an ALS inhibitor, and a chlorophyll and heme biosynthesis inhibitor, a composition comprising the combination, and methods of using these combinations are described.

Abstract: The decrease in soybean rust control using fungicide mixtures (DMAs+QoIs) reached very low levels for the harvest of 2012/13 (an average of 37% for the three main mixtures). This decrease is due to a decrease in Pp sensitivity to individual DMIs and QoIs, and mixtures thereof. Anti-resistance strategies have not been introduced in Brazil for preventing/delaying the development of resistance of the fungus that is the causal agent of rust (Phakopsora pachyrhizi) in soybean [plant form the family Fabaceae, Glycine max (L.) Merr.] and of the fungus that is the casual agent of yellow leaf spot (Drechslera tritici-repentis) in wheat [plant of the family Triticea, Triticum aestivum L.], as well as other disease complexes that attack the main crop plants in Brazil, such as corn, beans, cotton, inter alia. By means of said method it is possible to recover the efficiency of several mixtures (DMI+QoI and QoI+SDHI) due to a decrease in fungal sensitivity.

Abstract: The present invention provide stable agrochemical compositions comprising 2-amino-4-[hydroxy(methyl)phosphinoyl]butyric acid (glufosinate), an organosilicone adjuvant, a nonionic surfactant and optionally one or more other active ingredients. A process for the preparation of such compositions and their use in controlling weeds are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel crystalline form of 4-amino-N-tert-butyl-4,5-dihydro-3-isopropyl-5-oxo-1,2,4-1H-triazole-1-carboxamide and a process for preparation of said crystalline form. The invention also relates to formulations and method for controlling weeds using said formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for preparation of boscalid anhydrate form I and boscalid anhydrate form II.

Abstract: The present invention provides storage stable non-hygroscopic granular compositions comprising agrochemical active ingredients and at least two surfactants selected from an amine, an alkoxylated fatty alcohol and an alkylated vegetable oils.

Abstract: The present invention provides a temperature stable herbicidal composition comprising 2-amino-4-[hydroxy(methyl) phosphinoyl]butyric acid, its salts, its isomers, mixture of isomers, derivatives or their lower alkyl esters or salts thereof with acids or bases, (C8-C20) alkyldimethylamine N-oxide and an inorganic ammonium salt. Also provided is a process for preparing the composition by mixing said active ingredient in a formulation vessel with water and solvent followed by the addition of calculated amount of (C8-C20) alkyldimethylamine N-oxide and inorganic ammonium salt, and if required further customary adjuvants, solvents or other components such as wetting agent, coloring agent or defoamer followed by homogenizing the resultant mixture to obtain a clear solution. A method of weed control applying the composition of the present invention as well as a multipack herbicidal product comprising the composition are within the purview of the present invention.

Abstract: A combination comprising a multi-site contact fungicide, a first systemic fungicide and optionally a second systemic fungicide and a method using the same.

Abstract: A composition comprising at least one superabsorbent polymer and at least one water soluble phosphate and optionally a plant advantageous additive.

Abstract: Systems for producing superabsorbent polymer particles for use in agricultural applications are disclosed. A monomer is graft polymerized onto a starch to form a starch graft copolymer. The moisture content of the starch graft copolymer is reduced through use of an extruder.

Abstract: A combination comprising a multi-site contact fungicide, a first systemic fungicide and optionally a second systemic fungicide and a method using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to agrochemical combinations having enhanced rainfastness comprising a dithiocarbamate, a polycarboxylate salt and optionally one or more pesticides and/or a plant growth regulator and/or a micronutrient.