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Oil-based suspoemulsion drift retardants: BayerRecent Research Landscape

Off-target spray drift leads to crop damage and chemical waste, which is mitigated by engineering the viscoelastic properties of the tank mix. Controlling droplet size distribution ensures consistent deposition and uptake across varying application volumes.

What technical problems is Bayer addressing in Oil-based suspoemulsion drift retardants?

Inconsistent pesticide bioefficacy

(14)evidences

Uncontrolled movement of pesticide droplets during application leads to environmental contamination and reduced efficacy. Minimizing this physical displacement ensures active ingredients reach the intended biological target.

Gravitational phase separation

(8)evidences

Premature degradation or incompatibility of multiple active substances in aqueous environments. Preventing chemical breakdown ensures long-term efficacy and shelf-life of complex herbicidal formulations.

Active ingredient physical instability

(8)evidences

Agrochemical formulations suffer from poor biodegradability and chemical instability when applied to sensitive substrates. Addressing these limitations prevents environmental accumulation and material failure in storage or application.

Off-target spray droplet displacement

(6)evidences

Uncontrolled airborne movement of droplets leads to environmental contamination and reduced efficacy. Minimizing this loss ensures active ingredients reach the intended biological target across varying application volumes.