Pesticide Application Equipment for Use in Agriculture (Vol. 1)

Book Details

• Author: G.A. Matthews & E.W. Thornhill

• Publisher: United Book Prints

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year: 2019

• ISBN: 9789383692767

• Pages: 166

• Cover: Hard Bound

• Dimensions: 6.50 x 9.70 x 1.00 inches

• Weight: 430 gm

About the Book
This comprehensive book provides in-depth knowledge on manually-operated and manually-carried pesticide application equipment, particularly tailored for small-scale farmers in developing countries. With a practical approach, it focuses on the widely used lever-operated knapsack sprayer, exploring its design innovations, nozzle types, and safety improvements. The book also covers compression sprayers, which are becoming increasingly important for smaller farms due to their affordability and simplicity.

Key aspects include:

• Detailed discussion of hydraulic sprayers and nozzle selection for efficient pesticide application.

• Introduction to spinning disc applicators, especially beneficial in regions with limited water availability.

• Overview of fog, granule, dust, and other specialized applicators used in varied agricultural settings.

• Technical specifications of major equipment types, aiding buyers and users in informed decision-making.

• Guidance on safe pesticide use and equipment maintenance, promoting user health and environmental safety.

• A glossary of terms for easy understanding of technical concepts.

This book serves as an essential guide for agricultural practitioners, extension workers, students of agricultural sciences, and policy makers aiming to enhance safe and effective pesticide application methods.