trifluralins
/traɪˈflʊrəlɪnz/
noun
- A group of chemical compounds used as herbicides to control weeds in agriculture.
- The use of trifluralins has been regulated due to concerns about environmental persistence.
- Farmers apply trifluralins to their fields before planting to prevent weed growth.
- Trifluralins work by inhibiting root development in germinating weed seeds.