Agrochemicals are pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers used for the management of ecosystems in agricultural sectors. ... However, it is estimated that up to 40% of the world's crops are spoiled by plant pests and diseases – even with the effective implementation of pesticides. Agriculture chemicals, or agrochemicals for short, most commonly refers to pesticides and fertilizers, which are used in agriculture to control insects and weeds, prevent diseases as well as promote plant growth. Some examples of agrochemicals include pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.