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Alkynylphenyl substituted cyclic diones: SyngentaRecent Research Landscape

Resistant weed populations reduce crop yields and increase operational costs, which this specific spirocyclic molecular architecture mitigates through targeted enzymatic inhibition. Engineering the azaspiro-dione core allows for precise chemical selectivity to overcome existing herbicide resistance patterns.

What technical problems is Syngenta addressing in Alkynylphenyl substituted cyclic diones?

Uncontrolled monocotyledonous weed growth

(6)evidences

Unwanted plant growth competes with crops for nutrients and reduces agricultural yields. Effective suppression of resistant or invasive species ensures crop survival and productivity.

Uncontrolled competitive vegetation growth

(6)evidences

Unwanted plant species compete with crops for nutrients and space. Effective weed management prevents yield loss and agricultural resource depletion.

Uncontrolled weed competition

(3)evidences

Unwanted vegetation competes with crops for nutrients and reduces agricultural yields. Effective suppression of these species ensures crop survival and maximizes food production efficiency.