Effects of Herbicides Interaction
Interaction:
It is the term used to express the relationship of one agent against other in a combination.
Addition Effect:
The total effect of a combination which is equal to the sum of effects of the components taken independently is called additive effect.
Synergistic Effect:
In this, the effect of combination is greater or more prolonged than the sum of the effects of the two taken independently.
Antagonistic Effect:
The total effect of a combination is smaller than the effect of the most active component applied alone.
Independent Effect:
The total Effect of a combination is equal to the effect of the most active component applied alone.
Enhancement Effect:
The effect of herbicides and non-toxic adjuvants applied in combination is more than that obtained when the herbicides is used at the same rates without adjuvant.