The application of Silica in agriculture is mainly concentrated in the manufacture of pesticides. Its application and prospects are as follows:

1. Application of Silica Pesticide

Main ingredients and characteristics:

The main ingredient of Silica Pesticide is Silica, a microcrystalline carbon material obtained by carbonization reaction of sodium silicate.

Silica has a huge specific surface area and porous structure, which can effectively adsorb pesticide molecules, harmful gases and organic pollutants produced by crop pests and diseases, thereby protecting the growth and development of crops.

Mechanism of Action:

Silica pesticide encapsulates pesticide molecules in its microporous structure to form a stable complex. After this complex is sprayed on crops, the pesticide molecules can be gradually released to achieve the effect of controlling pests and diseases and pests.

The microporous structure of Silica Pesticide can also adsorb and kill certain microorganisms that are harmful to crops, while adsorbing heavy metal ions in the soil to reduce pollution to farmland.

Application areas:

Plant protection: Silica pesticides can be used to prevent and control a variety of pests and diseases, such as aphids, powdery mildew and downy mildew.

Seed treatment: Silica pesticides can be used to prevent seedlings from being infected with plant virus diseases.

Soil treatment: Silica pesticides can be used for soil treatment to reduce the impact of harmful microorganisms and heavy metal ions in farmland.

Agricultural product processing and storage: Silica pesticides can be used as a non-toxic, residue-free, and efficient storage agent to effectively control the deterioration and loss of agricultural products.

Specific use effects:

In rice cultivation, Silica pesticides can effectively prevent and control diseases such as rice sheath blight and white leaf blight. By spraying Silica pesticides, harmful gases such as hydrogen sulfide and ammonia in rice fields can be adsorbed, the photosynthesis efficiency of rice can be improved, and the disease resistance of crops can be enhanced. Silica pesticides can also adhere to rice leaves to form a protective film to inhibit the germination and reproduction of fungal spores.

In fruit tree planting, silica pesticides can be widely used for pest control of fruit trees such as apples, cherries, and citrus. By spraying silica pesticides, the occurrence of fungal diseases such as dry rot and anthracnose on fruit trees can be reduced, and the quality and yield of fruits can be improved. Silica pesticides can also absorb ethylene gas produced by fruit trees, delay the ripening and decay of fruits, and increase the shelf life of fruits.

2. Advantages of silica pesticides

High efficiency: Silica pesticides can control pests and diseases and insect pests for a long time by releasing pesticide molecules, and have a good control effect on a variety of diseases.

Environmentally friendly: Silica pesticides are not easy to decompose in the soil and will not cause environmental pollution. At the same time, it produces very little residue on crops and is relatively safe for human health.

Easy to apply: Silica pesticides can be used in the form of spraying, smearing, soaking, etc., which is very convenient and suitable for prevention and control measures for various agricultural products and crops.

Fertilizer effect: While killing insects and preventing diseases, silica pesticides also improve and protect the soil, increasing the growth and yield of crops.

High stability: As a stable carrier, silica can effectively protect the active ingredients and extend the shelf life of pesticides.

Significant synergistic effect: silica can improve the adsorption and retention of active ingredients and improve the effect of pesticides.

Broad spectrum: silica can be used for different types of active ingredients, broadening the application field of pesticides.

3. Development prospects of silica pesticides

Market scale expansion: The silica pesticide market is growing year by year, and the main markets are concentrated in major agricultural countries such as China, the United States, Brazil and other places. Considering the potential of silica pesticides in the agricultural field, it is expected that the market scale will further expand in the future.

Rich supply channels: There are many manufacturers of silica pesticides, and there are also a series of agents and distributors participating in the market, forming a large-scale supply chain.

Price trend rise: The price of silica pesticides has shown an upward trend in recent years, mainly subject to the fluctuation of raw material prices and the increase in market demand.

Improved variety: More and more silica pesticides are put on the market and their application scope is constantly expanding.

In summary, silica has broad application prospects in the agricultural field. With the continuous advancement of technology and the in-depth expansion of the market, silica pesticides are expected to play a more important role in agricultural production.