Discovery and optimization of novel 2-aryl-5-thienyloxadiazoles as nematicides

AGRO 82

Wenming Zhang, Wenming.Zhang@usa.dupont.com and Yvonne Bethel. Stine-Haskell Research Center, Dupont Crop Protection, 1090 Elkton Road, Newark, DE 19711-3507
Root knot nematodes (RKN) are ubiquitous and harmful pests of global agriculture. A safe and effective nematicide is desired to replace bromomethane, which is phasing out because it is an ozone depleting substance. We have discovered novel 2-aryl-5-thienyloxadiazoles as part of an insecticide/nematicide program. This poster will show our scouting efforts around 2-aryl-5-thienyl-heteropentalenes, discovering and optimizing 2-aryl-5-thienyloxadiazoles with good nematicidal activity.