Structural optimization of novel 6‐methoxy‐3‐nitropyridin‐2‐amine derivatives as potential fungicidal agents against <scp> <i>Botrytis cinerea</i> </scp> : structure–activity relationship, bioactivity, and mechanistic insights

The results identified the 6-methoxy-N-ethyl-3-nitropyridin-2-amine scaffold as a valuable novel structural template, offering a fresh perspective for designing next-generation fungicides with innovative architectures and mechanisms. © 2026 Society of Chemical Industry.