Water-based innovation minimizes splash and runoff in agricultural spraying

A new water-based nanotechnology formulation developed by Water Institute researcher Michael Tam, could help reduce agricultural contamination by minimizing pesticide splash and runoff into soil and waterways.

The new formulation helps pesticide droplets stick to plant leaves, even in wind and rain, improving pest control while reducing costly waste and environmental contamination. By replacing chemical solvents with a water-based approach, the innovation offers a more sustainable solution for agriculture and freshwater protection.

See A sticky solution to a pesky agricultural problem for the full story.