Examination of the whole genome response in Arabidopsis thaliana to auxinic herbicide 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid coupled with adjuvant NUL1026

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Foliage-applied herbicide formulations often consist of compounds known as surfactants that promote the uptake of herbicide molecules through leaf surfaces. Several lines of research have demonstrated that the efficacy of most herbicides relies on the amount of herbicide molecules successfully entering the plant tissues and reaching the target sites, rather than on increasing the dosage of the herbicides. Therefore, combining the right surfactant to a compatible herbicide formulation may lead to a decrease in the amount to active ingredients being used in weed control. Agrochemical companies are now investing into the development of surfactant products which perform very specific functions that complement herbicide chemistries, with the aim of developing novel herbicide formulations which are effective at lower active ingredients.<br><br>This study took a genomic approach using microarray technology to elucidate the mode of action of an etheramine surfactant, called NUL1026. Knowledge

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