Agil Herbicide (Propaquizafop 10% EC)

Agil Herbicide (Propaquizafop 10% EC)

Agil Herbicide is a highly effective, selective post-emergence herbicide from ADAMA designed to control a wide range of annual and perennial grass weeds in broadleaf crops. It is quickly absorbed by leaves and translocated throughout the plant, providing excellent weed control when applied at the 2–4 leaf stage of weeds.

Active Ingredients

• Technical Content: Propaquizafop 10% w/w
• Formulation: Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
• Mode of Action: Systemic herbicide; inhibits Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACCase) enzyme
• Category: Herbicide

Benefits

• Selective control of annual and perennial grass weeds
• Quick absorption and fast translocation within weeds
• Excellent performance at 2–4 leaf stage of weeds
• Safe on broadleaf crops
• Rainfast within 1 hour after application

Crops

• Soybean
• Sunflower
• Potato
• Onion
• Chilli
• Cotton
• Vegetables
• Fruit Trees

Target Weeds

• Echinochloa spp. (Barnyardgrass)
• Digitaria spp. (Crabgrass)
• Other annual and perennial grass weeds

Recommended Dosage & Application

• 200–500 ml per acre
• 60–80 ml per 15 L knapsack sprayer
• Water volume: 80 liters per acre or 200 liters per hectare
• Apply at actively growing stage of weeds (2–4 leaf stage)

Method of Application

• Post-emergence foliar spray
• Ensure thorough coverage of weed foliage

Disclaimer

This product is intended for agricultural use only. Always read and follow label instructions, recommended dosage and safety precautions before use. 

FAQs

1. What is Agil Herbicide used for?

Agil Herbicide is a selective post-emergence herbicide used to control certain annual and perennial grassy weeds in broadleaf crops.

2. What is the active ingredient in Agil Herbicide?

Agil Herbicide contains Propaquizafop 10% EC as its active ingredient.

3. Is Agil Herbicide effective against broadleaf weeds?

No. Agil Herbicide primarily targets grassy weeds. It does not provide reliable control of broadleaf weeds or sedges.

4. Is Agil Herbicide a selective herbicide?

Yes. It is a selective herbicide designed to control grassy weeds in suitable broadleaf crops when used according to the approved label.

5. Is Agil Herbicide applied before or after weed emergence?

Agil Herbicide is a post-emergence herbicide. It is applied after grassy weeds have emerged and are actively growing.

6. Which weeds does Agil Herbicide control?

It is used against susceptible grassy weeds, such as:

• Barnyard grass

• Goosegrass

• Crabgrass

• Foxtail

• Bermuda grass

The exact weed spectrum depends on the approved product label.

7. Can Agil Herbicide control Cyperus (nutgrass)?

Agil Herbicide is not intended for reliable sedge control. Nutgrass management requires a suitable crop-specific recommendation.

8. Can Agil Herbicide be used in soybean cultivation?

Propaquizafop-based herbicides are used in certain broadleaf crops, including soybean, subject to the specific product's approved Indian label. Check the crop and application instructions before use.

9. How does Agil Herbicide work on grassy weeds?

Propaquizafop belongs to the ACCase-inhibiting herbicide group. It interferes with fatty acid synthesis in susceptible grasses, stopping their growth and eventually killing them.

10. How long does Agil Herbicide take to show results?

Weed growth may begin to slow after application, but visible symptoms and complete control take time. Results depend on weed species, growth stage and weather conditions.

11. Can Agil Herbicide be mixed with other pesticides?

Do not mix it with other herbicides, insecticides or fertilizers without checking label compatibility and crop-safety recommendations.

12. What is the recommended dosage of Agil Herbicide?

The dosage depends on the crop, target weed species and product label. Always follow the manufacturer's approved dosage rather than using a general rate.