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Geometrically and Micromechanically Optimized Sprayable Short Fibers for Precision Pesticide Delivery (Small 35/2025)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Precision Pesticide Delivery In article number 2504552, Qiliang Huang, Qiang Bian, Lidong Cao, and co-workers designed sprayable short-fiber carriers were employed for agrochemical delivery. Upon application, these fibers easily embedded into the microstructure of the hydrophobic wax layer of the leaves. The excellent micromechanical response markedly improved retention after rainwashing and enhanced antifungal efficacy in plant protection. The carriers significantly minimized agrochemical losses during application.

Source: Small

DOI: 10.1002/smll.70170

Authors: Wenjie Shangguan, Xinyu Song, Hongyi Liu, Teng Wang, Qiliang Huang, Pengyue Zhao, Chong Cao, Manli Yu, Qiang Bian, Lidong Cao

Institutions: Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Qingdao Agricultural University, Nankai University

Language: English

Topic: Polymer-Based Agricultural Enhancements

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4413977674

FWCI: 0.241

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