SOKUSAI HERBICIDE
About SOKUSAI Herbicide
SOKUSAI is a pre-emergence, selective, and systemic herbicide designed for transplanted rice crops. It effectively controls grassy weeds, broad-leaved weeds, and certain sedges, ensuring cleaner fields and better crop yields.
Belonging to the chloroacetamide group of weedicides, SOKUSAI provides early and long-lasting control and is safe for rice plants.
Technical Details
- Technical Name: Pretilachlor 50% EC
- Mode of Entry: Systemic
- Mode of Action: Inhibits cell division in weeds. Best applied in standing water before weed emergence for optimal control.
Key Features & Benefits
- Selective and safe for rice crops
- Effective against a wide range of weeds including sedges and grasses
- Longer residual action ensures extended weed control
- Ideal for use within 5 days of rice transplanting
- Compatible with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies
- No harmful effect on recommended paddy varieties
Recommended Usage
| Crops | Target Weeds | Dosage / Acre (ml) | Water Dilution (Litre / Acre) | Waiting Period (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transplanted Rice | Barnyard grass, Jungle rice, Umbrella sedge, Rice flat sedge, Fimbristylis (Bhangra), Paddy clove, Pond weed, Red sprangletop, Torpedo grass, etc. | 400 – 600 ml | 200 – 280 L | 75 – 90 days |
Application Method
- Apply at ground level on young, newly emerging weeds
- Spray uniformly in standing water and retain water for 2–3 days post-application
Disclaimer
This information is intended for general guidance only. Always follow the label instructions and leaflet recommendations provided with the product.
| Unit: ml |
| Chemical: Pretilachlor 50% EC |