Glyphosate is a broad-spectrum herbicide that is commonly used to kill weeds and grasses that compete with crops. It is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world, being used in a variety of agricultural and non-agricultural settings, including on farms, in landscaping, and in the management of public spaces.
It is the active ingredient in a number of commercial herbicide products, including Roundup, which is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. Glyphosate works by inhibiting the synthesis of aromatic amino acids, which are essential for plant growth and development. When applied to plants, it interferes with their ability to produce proteins, leading to their death.
Control weeds without harming their crops.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the global use of glyphosate has increased significantly since it was first introduced in the 1970s. In the United States, glyphosate is the most commonly used herbicide, with farmers applying it to a variety of crops, including soybeans, corn, wheat, oats, and cotton. It is also widely used in other countries, including in Latin America, Asia, and Europe.
While the widespread use of glyphosate has made it an effective tool for controlling weeds, it has also been the subject of controversy and debate. Some studies have suggested that the herbicide may have negative effects on human health and the environment, while others have found no such effects. As a result, the use of glyphosate and products containing it, such as Roundup, has been the subject of regulatory scrutiny in some countries. It has been classified as a possible human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).