DESCRIPTION
UPL Jhatka Clodinafop Propargyl 15% WP Herbicide Details :
- Technical Name:- Clodinafop Propargyl 15% WP
- This is a post-emergence herbicide for control in most of the important grass weeds in wheat containing 150 gms of Clodinafop-Propargyl ester per kilogram of wettable powder formulation.
- Mode of Uptake:- This herbicide is taken up through the leaves of grassweeds. Active growth of susceptible grasses ceases within 48 hours after application. Symptoms are observed within one to three weeks depending on the environmental condition and species involved. Decay of nodes and growing points is visible with young leaves showing chlorosis followed by necrosis
- Direction Of Use:-Plant Protection Equipment: It can be applied through a Knapsack sprayer fitted with a flat fan nozzle. The minimum water volume to be used is 375 lts per ha.
- Timing of application:-This herbicide is recommended for post-emergence application ie 30-35 days after sowing of wheat crop.
- Benefits:- It Has A Flexible Application Time Due To Wider Window Of Application.
- Targets:- Phalaris Minor
- Crops:- Wheat
- Dose:- 160 g / acre
FAQs for UPL Jhatka (Clodinafop Propargyl 15% WP Herbicide):
1. What is UPL Jhatka Herbicide?
Ans. UPL Jhatka is a post-emergence herbicide containing Clodinafop Propargyl 15% WP, designed to control grassy weeds in wheat crops.
2. What are the key benefits of Jhatka Herbicide?
Ans.
Target-Specific Action: Effectively eliminates grassy weeds without harming the wheat crop.
Selective Herbicide: Works only on weeds, ensuring crop safety.
Systemic Herbicide: Rapid absorption and translocation for reliable weed control.
3. Which crops is Jhatka recommended for?
Ans. Wheat
4. What weeds does Jhatka control?
Ans. UPL Jhatka is highly effective against:
Phalaris minor (Little seed canary grass)
Avena ludoviciana (Wild oats)
Lolium temulentum (Ryegrass)
5. How does Jhatka work?
Ans. Jhatka inhibits the ACCase enzyme in grassy weeds, disrupting fatty acid synthesis, which is critical for weed growth, leading to their eventual death.
6. What is the recommended dosage for Jhatka?
Ans.
Dosage: Apply 400 g per hectare (approximately 160 g per acre).
Always follow label instructions for accurate application.
7. When should Jhatka be applied?
Ans.
Apply when weeds are in the 2–4 leaf stage or approximately 20-35 days after sowing (DAS).
Timely application ensures maximum effectiveness.
