Foost Herbicide
Foost Herbicide
Foost is a selective herbicide from Bayer, specially formulated for controlling both pre-emergent and post-emergent weeds in crops like maize and sugarcane. Its innovative formulation ensures effective weed control, promoting healthier crops and increased yields.
Technical Details
| Technical Name | Atrazine 50% WP |
|---|---|
| Mode of Entry | Systemic |
| Mode of Action | Foost interferes with photosynthesis and enzyme function in weeds, leading to their death. |
Key Features & Benefits
- Selective weed control without harming crops.
- Effective against a broad spectrum of weed species.
- Absorbed by roots and leaves, ensuring thorough weed control.
Usage & Crop Recommendations
| Crop | Target Weeds | Dosage per Acre (gm) |
|---|---|---|
| Corn (Maize) | Trianthema mongyna, Digitaria arvensis, Echinocloa spp., Elusine spp., Xanthium strumarium, Brachiaria sp., Digitaria sp., Amaranthus viridies, Cleome viscosa, Polygonum sp. | 500 gm |
| Sugarcane | Portulaca oleracea, Digitaria sp., Boerhavia diffusa, Euphorbia sp., Tribulus terrestris. | 500 gm |
Application Method
Apply as a ground-level spray on young, newly emerged weeds. It can be used as both a pre-emergence and post-emergence herbicide up to the 2–3 leaf stage of weeds.
Additional Information
Foost Herbicide is also approved for use on non-crop areas such as roadsides and ditches, making it versatile for weed management beyond crops.
| Unit: gms |
| Chemical: Atrazine 50% WP |