Fungicide

A fungicide is a chemical substance or biological agent used to prevent, control, or eliminate fungal infections in plants and other organisms. Fungi can cause significant damage to crops, leading to reduced yields and quality. Fungicides are widely used in agriculture, horticulture, and gardening to protect plants from fungal diseases such as rusts, mildews, and blights.

Types of Fungicides:

1. Contact Fungicides

2. Systemic Fungicides

3. Preventive Fungicides

4. Curative Fungicides

How Fungicides Work:

Fungicides disrupt various biological processes in fungi, such as:

• Inhibiting spore germination.
• Blocking cell wall synthesis.
• Disrupting energy production (mitochondrial activity).
• Interfering with DNA or RNA synthesis.