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Azadirachtin

11/29/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Azadirachtin — toxicity, side effects, diseases and environmental impacts

Azadirachtin is a chemical typically used in pesticides that inhibit the growth of insects. Its mode of action involves blocking the production and release of hormones that induce metamorphosis and other physiological changes in insects. Azadirachtin can be used as a feeding deterrent as well. The name of this substance comes from the neem (Azadiractha […]

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