Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves for stimulating the nitrification of a soil, a process for stimulating the nitrification of a soil with an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves and an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves and one or more compound(s) selected from (i) a basic calcium amendment, (ii) a yeast extract, and (iii) an extract of a legume of the family Fabaceae.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula (I), wherein R1, R2, R3, R4 and G are as defined herein. The invention further relates to herbicidal compositions which comprise a compound of Formula (I), to their use for controlling weeds, in particular in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: A method of controlling fungal diseases of crops with cinnamate compounds, the cinnamate compounds having one of the following chemical structures: wherein the cinnamate compounds exhibit strong antifungal activities, have a broad antifungal spectrum against pathogenic fungi of crops, are safe for crops, can avoid the occurrence of phytotoxicity, and can be used for the control of fungal diseases of crops such as powdery mildew, damping-off, rot, gummy stem blight, anthracnose, white rot, northern leaf blight, late blight, gray mold, downy blight, blight, early blight, Fusarium wilt, full rot, Pythium rot, dry rot, ring spot, sheath blight, stalk break and the like, the field efficiencies of which are superior to or comparable to that of the control compound, methyl 3,4-dimethoxy cinnamate.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compounds having Formula I: and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof, wherein X1, X2, X11, X12, R1, R3, R5, R5?, R6, and R7 are defined as set forth in the specification. The present disclosure is also directed to the use of compounds of Formula I to inhibit a USP1 protein and/or to treat a disorder responsive to the inhibition of USP1 proteins and USP1 activity. Compounds of the present disclosure are especially useful for treating cancer.

Abstract: 4-Amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid (halauxifen) or 4-amino-3-chloro-5-fluoro-6-(4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid or agriculturally acceptable esters or salts of either are used for selective pre-emergence and post-emergence control of undesirable vegetation in the presence of vine crops such as grapes and other perennial crops.

Abstract: A plant protection agent includes a photocatalyst particle containing a titanium oxide compound. The surface of the photocatalyst particle is modified with a metal compound that includes a metal atom and a hydrocarbon group. The photocatalyst particle has absorption at a wavelength of 550 nm.

Abstract: The invention relates to 3-acyl-benzamides of formula (I) as herbicides. In formulae (I) X, Y, Z and Rx represent radicals such as alkyl, cycloalkyl and halogen.

Abstract: The present invention provides for methods of and compositions for enhancing microbial conversion of nitrate into ammonium. The methods and compositions alter the end products of microbial nitrate reduction to improve agricultural efficiency and lead to more sustainable and economically profitable agricultural practices.

Abstract: A method for improving the growth of target plants at a locus is provided, the method comprising applying to the locus a growth-improving amount of compound (I): The method is suitable for improving the growth of a range of target plants, in particular improving the growth of sugarcane, rice, soybeans, oilseed rape and potato crops.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) wherein: R1 is C1-C3alkoxy, C1-C2alkoxy-C1-C3alkoxy, C1-C2fluoroalkoxy, ethyl, n-propyl, n-butyl, cyclopropyl or ethynyl; R2 is hydrogen, ethyl, n-propyl, cyclopropyl, vinyl, ethynyl, C1-C3alkoxy, C1-C3fluoroalkyl, C1-C2fluoroalkoxy, C1-C2alkoxy-C1-C3alkoxy-, or C1fluoroalkoxy-C1-C3alkoxy-; provided that when R1 is ethyl, n-propyl, n-butyl, cyclopropyl or ethynyl, then R2 is hydrogen, ethyl, n-propyl, cyclopropyl, vinyl or ethynyl; and Y is O, S, S(O), S(O)2, N(C1-C2alkyl), N(C1-C2alkoxy), C(O), CR8R9 or —CR10R11CR12R13—; and G, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined herein; wherein the compound of formula (I) is optionally present as an agrochemically acceptable salt thereof. These compounds are suitable for use as herbicides.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted di-hydro-hydantoin derivatives of the formula (I) wherein X, A, R1, R2 and R3 are as defined in the specification. Furthermore, the present invention relates to processes and intermediates for making compounds of formula (I), to herbicidal compositions comprising these compounds and to methods of using these compounds to control or inhibit plant growth.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are herbicidal compositions comprising a herbicidally effective amount of (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt, or ester thereof, and (b) a photosystem II inhibitor, or an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof. Also disclosed herein are methods of controlling undesirable vegetation which comprise applying to vegetation or an area adjacent the vegetation or applying to soil or water to prevent the emergence or growth of vegetation (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt, or ester thereof, and (b) a photosystem II inhibitor, or an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof, wherein (a) and (b) are each added in an amount sufficient to provide a herbicidal effect.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are herbicidal compositions comprising a herbicidally effective amount of (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt, or ester thereof, and (b) an acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitor or an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof. Also disclosed herein are methods of controlling undesirable vegetation which comprise applying to vegetation or an area adjacent the vegetation or applying to soil or water to prevent the emergence or growth of vegetation (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt, or ester thereof, and (b) an acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitor or an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof, wherein (a) and (b) are each added in an amount sufficient to provide a herbicidal effect.

Abstract: A method of stimulating or promoting plant growth includes applying to a crop plant a composition of ipfencarbazone in an amount sufficient to stimulate or promote plant growth. In some aspects, embodiments herein provide methods of stimulating or promoting plant growth comprising applying to a crop plant a composition comprising ipfencarbazone in an amount sufficient to stimulate or promote plant growth.

Abstract: A synergistic agricultural formula including at least one diacyl or diaryl urea, such as a N,N?-diformylurea, and at least metal complex, such as metal complexes of cobalt, nickel, silver or other metals, is applied to plants at physiologically sensitive times resulting in prolonged and complete ethylene reduction. This synergistic agricultural formula gives those skilled in the art the ability to regulate important phenotypical parameters that lead to a variety of important agronomic and horticulture traits which improve crop yield parameters leading beyond that of its individual components.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are herbicidal compositions comprising a herbicidally effective amount of (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt or ester thereof, and (b) a synthetic auxin herbicide, an auxin transport inhibitor, agriculturally acceptable salts or esters thereof, or combinations thereof. Also disclosed herein are methods of controlling undesirable vegetation which comprise applying to vegetation or an area adjacent the vegetation or applying to soil or water to prevent the emergence or growth of vegetation (a) a pyridine carboxylic acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable N-oxide, salt or ester thereof, and (b) a synthetic auxin herbicide, an auxin transport inhibitor, agriculturally acceptable salts or esters thereof, or combinations thereof, wherein (a) and (b) are each added in an amount sufficient to provide a herbicidal effect.

Abstract: Formulations in the form of an oil dispersion comprising as agrochemical active ingredient iodosulfuron-methyl sodium salt, one or more hydroxystearates and at least one emulsifier and at least one plant oil or mineral oil or an ester of a plant oil or mineral oil and optionally further auxiliaries and additives.

Abstract: The invention relates to benzoic acid amides of general formula (I) as herbicides. In formula (I) X, Z and R represent radicals such as alkyl and cycloalkyl. Q represents a 5-membered heterocycle.

Abstract: Benzamides of the general formula (I) are described as herbicides. In this formula (I), X, Z and R are radicals such as alkyl and cycloalkyl. Q is a 5-membered heterocycle.

Abstract: What are described are herbicide-safener compositions comprising active herbicidal ingredients from the group of the N-(1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)arylcarboxamides and safeners. These herbicide-safener compositions are particularly suitable for use against harmful plants in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a formulation comprising a nanoparticle including a polymer-associated herbicide, such as fenoxaprop or pyroxsulam with an average diameter of between about 1 nm and about 500 nm; wherein the polymer is a polyelectrolyte and a dispersant or a wetting agent. The disclosure describes various formulations and formulating agents that can be included in the formulations.

Abstract: Compositions comprising compounds that modulate pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) are described herein. Also described herein are methods of using the compounds that modulate PKM2 in the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Herbicidal compositions are described, comprising active compounds from the group of the N-(tetrazol-5-yl)- and N-(triazol-5-yl)arylcarboxamides and further herbicides and optionally safeners. These herbicidal compositions are particularly suitable for use against harmful plants in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: Provided are bioactive compositions and metabolites derived from Bacillus and particularly Bacillus megaterium cultures responsible for controlling pests as well as their methods of use for controlling pests. Further provided are pesticidal Bacillus megaterium strains.

Abstract: A herbicidal composition is provided, the composition comprising: (A) the crystalline modification I of 2-(4-mesyl-2-nitrobenzoyl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione (mesotrione); and (B) the crystalline modification I of sodium salt of methyl 4-iodo-2-[[[[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino] carbonyl]amino]sulfonyl]benzoate (iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium). A method of controlling plant growth at a locus comprises applying to the locus herbicidally effective amounts of both (A) the crystalline modification I of 2-(4-mesyl-2-nitrobenzoyl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione (mesotrione); and (B) the crystalline modification I of sodium salt of methyl 4-iodo-2-[[[[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino] carbonyl]amino]sulfonyl]benzoate (iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium).

Abstract: The invention relates to pyrrolone compounds of the formula (I) wherein X, R1, R2, R3 and A are as defined in the specification. Furthermore, the present invention relates to processes and intermediates for making compounds of formula (I), to herbicidal compositions comprising these compounds and to methods of using these compounds to control plant growth.

Abstract: The invention relates to pyrrolone compounds of the formula (I), wherein X, Ra, Rb, Rc, R1, R2 and R3 are as defined in the specification. Furthermore, the present invention relates to processes and intermediates for making compounds of formula (I), to herbicidal compositions comprising these compounds and to methods of using these compounds to control plant growth.

Abstract: A pesticidal mixture comprising as active ingredient a mixture of component A and component B, wherein component A is a compound of formula (I), in which Q is i or ii wherein X, Y and Z, m and n, A, G, and R, are as defined as in claim 1, and component B is a compound selected from the insecticides as defined in claim 1. The present invention also relates to methods of using said mixtures for the control of plant pests.

Abstract: The invention relates to pyrrolone compounds of the formula (I) wherein X, R1, R2, R3, Ra, Rc and Rd are as defined in the specification. Furthermore, the present invention relates to processes and intermediates for making compounds of formula (I), to herbicidal compositions comprising these compounds and to methods of using these compounds to control plant growth.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of selectively controlling weeds at a locus comprising crop plants and weeds, wherein the method comprises application to the locus of a weed controlling amount of an aqueous spray composition comprising a compound of formula (I) wherein R1 is selected from the group consisting of C1-C6alkyl, C2-C6alkenyl, C2-C6haloalkenyl, C2-C6alkynyl, C2-C6haloalkynyl, C3-C6cycloalkyl, C1-C6haloalkyl, C1-C4alkoxy-C1-C4alkyl and C1-C4alkoxy- C1-C4alkoxy-C1-C4alkyl; and R2 is C1-C6haloalkyl; or an agriculturally acceptable salt therefore; wherein in the pH of the spray composition is from about 5 to about 9. The invention further relates to a liquid substantially non-aqueous herbicide composition comprising a compound of formula (I) as defined above and a pH adjuster, and to the use of a pH adjuster to reduce the phytotoxicity of a compound of formula (I) in crop plants.

Abstract: Herbicidal agents containing aclonifen. Herbicidal compositions having an effective amount of aclonifen and the other herbicides pendimethalin and picolinafen. These herbicidal compositions have an improved application profile.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula (I); or an agronomically acceptable salt of said compounds wherein A1a, A1b, A2, A3, A4, X, R1 and R2 are as defined herein. The invention further relates to herbicidal compositions which comprise a compound of Formula (I), and to their use for controlling weeds, in particular in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: 4-Amino-6-(heterocyclic)picolinic acids and their derivatives; 6-amino-2-(heterocyclic)pyrimidine-4-carboxylates and their derivatives; and methods of using the same as herbicides.

Abstract: The growing management system optimizes peak aggregate nutrients for individual edible plants including vegetables, and herbs such that the individual edible plants are organized into a blend such that the aggregate of the individual edible plants are grown in a blend and that growing parameters including the use of seed coatings shift the occurrence of each of the individual edible plants peak nutrients to occur concurrently to maximize overall nutrient delivery. It is understood that nutrient and flavor peaks can be used interchangeably.

Abstract: Herbicidal injury that might otherwise be caused by 4-amino-3-chloro-6-(4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid and agriculturally acceptable salt, ester, and amide derivatives thereof in cereal crops is reduced by concomitant application of florasulam.

Abstract: The present invention relates to benzoxazinones of the general formula (I) wherein the variables are defined according to the description, processes and intermediates for preparing the benzoxazinones of the formula (I), compositions comprising them and their use as herbicides, i.e. for controlling harmful plants, and also a method for controlling unwanted vegetation which comprises allowing a herbicidal effective amount of at least one benzoxazinones of the formula (I) to act on plants, their seed and/or their habitat.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carboxylic acid derivatives of benzoheterocyclyl pyridines and benzoheterocyclyl pyrimidines of general formula (I) and to the use thereof as herbicides.

Abstract: Herbicidal compositions having an effective amount of flufenacet and the further herbicides aclonifen and diflufenican. These herbicidal compositions have an improved application profile.

Abstract: A description is given of N-(1,2,5-oxadiazol-3-yl)pyridinecarboxamides of the general formula (I) as herbicides. R in this formula (I) stands for radicals such as hydrogen, organic radicals, and other radicals such as halogen. W stands for a substituted pyridyl radical.

Abstract: 4-Amino-6-(heterocyclic)picolinic acids and their derivatives; 6-amino-2-(heterocyclic)pyrimidine-4-carboxylates and their derivatives; and methods of using the same as herbicides.

Abstract: A compound of the formula (1) wherein the substituents are as defined in claim 1, are useful as a pesticides.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1-methyl-pyrazole(thio)indanyl carboxamides, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these compounds, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms in crop protection and in the protection of materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to active compounds combinations which comprises (A) a lipo-chitooligosaccharide derivative and a further nematicide, insecticidal, acaricide or fungicidal compound (B). The present invention also relates to active compounds combinations which comprises further an additional nematicide, insecticidal, acaricide or fungicidal compound (C). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively or eradicatively controlling harmful organisms, to a method for increasing yield or stimulating plant growth, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed or plant, to a method for protecting a seed and not at least to the treated seed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1-methyl-3-dihalogenomethyl-5-halogenopyrazole(thio)indanyl carbox-amides, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these compounds, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms in crop protection and in the protection of materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel pyrazole(thio)tetrahydronaphthyl carboxamides, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these compounds, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms in crop protection and in the protection of materials.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a synergistically effective amount of a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonist compound and a pesticide selected from N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)thio)propanamide (I), N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)sulfinyl)propanamide (II), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests. A method of protecting a plant from infestation and attack by insects comprises contacting the plant with the synergistic pesticidal composition.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises one or more of the following compounds: 3-(thiazol-2-yl)pyridine 1-oxide compound of formula I or II, or N-(4-chloro-2-(pyridin-3-yl)thiazol-5-yl)-3-(methylthio)propanamide compound (C3), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, and Q, are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a synergistically effective amount of a chloride channel activator compound and a pesticide selected from N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-((3,3,3 -trifluoropropyl)thio) propanamide (I), N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridine-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-((3,3,3,3-trifluoropropyl) sulfinyl)propanamide (II), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests. A method of protecting a plant from infestation and attack by pests comprises contacting the plant with the synergistic pesticidal composition.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a synergistically effective amount of a ryanodine receptor modulator compound and a pesticide selected from N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)thio)propanamide (I), N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-(((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)sulfinyl)propanamide (II), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests. A method of protecting a plant from infestation and attack by insects comprises contacting the plant with the synergistic pesticidal composition.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a synergistically effective amount of a pyrethroid-based or pyrethrin-based sodium channel modulator compound and a pesticide selected from N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)thio)propanamide (I), N-(3-chloro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-N-ethyl-3-((3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)sulfinyl) propanamide (II), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests. A method of protecting a plant from infestation and attack by insects comprises contacting the plant with the synergistic pesticidal composition.