Why should herbicides be stored in a special place apart from other pesticides?

Storing herbicides apart from other pesticides is crucial because they can vaporize and potentially contaminate adjacent pesticide products. Herbicides often have volatile components that, when they vaporize, can drift and mix with other chemicals. This can lead to cross-contamination, which not only affects the efficacy of the pesticides involved but also poses risks to safety and environmental health.

By ensuring that herbicides are stored separately, one reduces the risk of unintended reactions, chemical degradation, or adverse effects stemming from mixing substances unintentionally. The implications for plant health, pests, and potential harm to applicators are significant, making this separation a key practice in safe pesticide management.