Butachlor 5% GR
Granular pre-emergence herbicide for effective weed control in paddy.
Vayu Butachlor 5% GR is a selective pre-emergence herbicide in granular formulation, designed for easy broadcast application in transplanted rice paddies. It provides reliable control of annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds during the critical early stages of crop establishment.
Easy Granular Application
Granular formulation allows simple broadcast application by hand or mechanical spreader — no mixing or spray equipment required, reducing application time and effort.
Selective Weed Control in Rice
Selective activity against annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds in transplanted rice with good crop safety at recommended rates.
Pre-Emergence Activity
Applied before weed emergence to prevent establishment of competitive weed populations during the critical early stages of crop growth.
Protects Crop Establishment
Effective early-season weed control reduces competition for water, nutrients and light during the vulnerable crop establishment period.
Integrated Weed Management
Effective component of an integrated weed management program, reducing reliance on manual weeding and supporting efficient paddy production.
Uniform Distribution
Granular formulation ensures uniform distribution across the paddy field, providing consistent weed control coverage.
Product specifications
Pre-emergence herbicide — inhibits cell division and elongation in germinating weed seedlings by disrupting fatty acid synthesis.
- ◆Broadcast application in transplanted rice paddies 3–5 days after transplanting
- ◆Control of annual grasses including barnyard grass (Echinochloa spp.) in paddy rice
- ◆Management of certain sedges and broadleaf weeds in paddy rice production systems
- ◆Component of an integrated weed management program in rice cultivation
Application guidance
Broadcast the recommended quantity uniformly over the paddy field 3–5 days after transplanting when the field has 2–3 cm of standing water. Maintain standing water for 3–5 days after application to ensure effective weed control. Do not drain the field for at least 3 days after application. Avoid application in very windy conditions. Always read the product label and follow all safety precautions before use.
Always read the product label and follow all safety precautions before use. Use crop protection products safely and responsibly.
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