noun
- Plural of nematicide; chemical substances or agents used to kill nematodes (parasitic roundworms), especially those that damage crops and plants.
Usage: technical; agriculture
Examples
- Farmers apply nematicides to soil to protect their crops from root-knot nematodes.
- Several nematicides are approved for use in organic farming systems.
- The effectiveness of nematicides varies depending on soil type and moisture levels.
- Modern nematicides have been developed to minimize environmental impact.
- Researchers are testing new nematicides that target specific nematode species.