DRYWEED 396SL

Weeds such as grasses and broadleaf species pose a significant challenge in maize production, especially under minimum tillage systems.

These weeds:

• Compete with crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight
• Reduce crop establishment and vigour
• Lower yields and profitability
• Increase labour and weed control costs

Without effective post-emergence control, weeds can quickly dominate fields and hinder crop performance.

Product Overview

DRYWEED 396SL is a non-selective post-emergence herbicide formulated for the control of grasses and broadleaf weeds in maize (minimum tillage systems).

It contains:

• Glyphosate 371 g/L
• 2,4-D Amine 25 g/L

This combination provides broad-spectrum weed control with systemic activity for effective control of both annual and perennial weeds.

Mode of Action

DRYWEED 396SL works through systemic action:

Glyphosate:

Absorbed through foliage and translocated to meristematic tissues where it inhibits amino acid synthesis.

2,4-D Amine:

Acts as a synthetic auxin causing uncontrolled growth leading to plant death.

Key characteristics:

• Systemic movement throughout the plant
• Effective on deep-rooted perennials, annual and biannual weeds
• Controls grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds

Application Guidelines

• Apply as a foliar spray on actively growing weeds
• Apply once per season
• Plant crops 7 days after application
• Ensure uniform spray coverage on foliage
• Do not spray to runoff

Rainfall:

• Within 6 hours may reduce effectiveness
• Within 1 hour may require reapplication

Resistance Management

• Avoid repeated use of herbicides with the same mode of action
• Rotate with herbicides from different groups

Integrate with:

• Mechanical weed control
• Crop rotation
• Good agronomic practices

Benefits

1. Broad-spectrum control of grasses and broadleaf weeds
2. Systemic action ensures complete kill including roots
3. Effective on tough and deep-rooted weeds
4. Suitable for minimum tillage systems
5. Dual mode of action enhances efficacy
6. Reduces need for repeated weeding
7. Improves field preparation and crop establishment

Mixing Instructions

1. Fill the spray tank halfway with clean water
2. Add the recommended amount of DRYWEED 396SL
3. Top up with the remaining water
4. Stir or agitate thoroughly to ensure uniform mixture
5. Apply immediately after mixing