Mechanism of Action
This combination herbicide targets ACCase (Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase) enzymes in grassy weeds, disrupting fatty acid biosynthesis. The inclusion of Cloquintocet-mexyl as a safener ensures crop safety by protecting cereal crops from potential herbicide damage.
◆ Clodinafop-propargyl and Pinoxaden: Both are ACCase inhibitors, which target the lipid synthesis in grassy weeds, leading to weed death by inhibiting the production of essential fatty acids.
◆ Cloquintocet-mexyl: A safener that protects the crop by allowing the cereal plants to metabolize the herbicide, thereby minimizing crop injury while maintaining high efficacy against grassy weeds.
Features
Application:
◆ Dosage: Typically applied at a rate of 0.5-1.0 liters per hectare, depending on the weed pressure and growth stage.
◆ Timing: Applied post-emergence when the grass weeds are in their early growth stages (1-2 leaf to early tillering stages) for optimal control.
Advantages
This combination is a reliable choice for farmers seeking to manage resistant grass weed populations in cereal fields while protecting crop yield and quality.