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Understand Crop Protection Chemistry

25-i.com is a free, informational site about agricultural chemicals: how herbicides, insecticides and fungicides are chosen and rotated, how to calibrate a sprayer, how to store and handle products safely, and what the words on a pesticide label mean. We do not sell any products.

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What You Will Find Here

Plain-language explanations for growers, students and new applicators. Always use them alongside the product label.

Herbicide Selection

Matching herbicide chemistry and timing to the weed spectrum in row crops, and rotating modes of action. Read the guide.

Resistance Management

Why insect populations become resistant and how thresholds, rotation and non-chemical controls slow it down. Read the guide.

Safe Storage

Segregation, temperature, inventory and spill readiness for crop protection products. Read the guide.

Sprayer Calibration

Measuring nozzle output, speed and pressure to apply the labeled rate accurately. Read the guide.

Safety Basics

Signal words, PPE, REI and PHI, drift, spills and disposal in one checklist. Open the checklist.

Glossary

Definitions of label and agronomy terms, from adjuvant to wettable powder. Browse the glossary.

Free Spray Calculators

Simple browser-based arithmetic helpers. Calibrate first and always check results against the label.

Calculator

Dilution & Mix Ratio

Concentrate and water volumes for a chosen ratio and batch size, with unit conversions.

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Calculator

Application Rate & Tank Mix

Total product, product per tank and number of loads from area, spray volume and label rate.

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How to Use This Information Responsibly

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The Label Comes First

The product label is the legal document for rates, crops, PPE and intervals. Our guides explain the concepts; the label gives the rules.

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Check Local Rules

Registration and use restrictions differ by country and state. Your state lead agency or extension office can confirm what applies to you.

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Verify the Math

Use the calculators as a cross-check, not as a substitute for calibrating your own equipment and checking by hand.

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Ask a Professional

For field-specific decisions, talk to a certified crop adviser, licensed applicator or extension specialist.

Questions or Corrections?

Spotted an error or want a topic covered? Send us a note. We cannot give site-specific spray recommendations.

Send a Message

For a pesticide exposure emergency call poison control (1-800-222-1222 in the U.S.) or your local emergency number.

Latest Guides

Educational articles on crop protection practice.

Herbicides

Herbicide Selection Guide for Row Crops

Matching chemistry to weeds, timing and crop, and rotating modes of action.

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Insecticides

Insecticide Resistance Management

Strategies for lasting pest control through rotation, thresholds and IPM.

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Application

Spray Calibration Techniques

Step-by-step calibration so you apply exactly the labeled rate.

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