Adjuvants are used to:

Adjuvants play a crucial role in enhancing the performance of pesticides. They are substances added to a pesticide formulation to improve its effectiveness and safety. By modifying the physical properties of the pesticide, adjuvants can enhance its ability to spread, adhere, or penetrate the target organism or surface. This can lead to increased efficacy, as the active ingredient can work more effectively against the intended pest.

Moreover, certain adjuvants can also help mitigate potential environmental impacts or reduce the likelihood of damaging non-target organisms. By improving how well a pesticide functions, adjuvants contribute to more effective pest management while also promoting safer application practices. Thus, the use of adjuvants is integral to optimizing both the performance and safety of pesticide use.