BRAND: UPL
PRODUCT NAME: Saathi Herbicide
TECHNICAL NAME: Pyrazosulfuron Ethyl 10% WP
Product Summary
Name: Saathi Herbicide
Active Ingredient: Pyrazosulfuron Ethyl 10 % WP (wettable powder.
Type / Mode: Selective, systemic herbicide — pre-emergence and early post-emergence action.
Crop / Target Use: Rice (paddy) .
Weeds Controlled: Broadleaf weeds, sedges, grasses (e.g. Cyperus difformis, Fimbristylis miliacea, Monochoria vaginalis, Cyperus iria) .
Features & Benefits
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Dual-action (soil + foliage): The formulation is active via both soil absorption and foliar uptake, increasing its effectiveness in weed control.
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Selective to crop: When used as directed, it is safe for rice (does not harm the crop).
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Residual activity: It offers prolonged control, suppressing weed emergence over a period after application .
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Flexible application methods: Can be applied by spraying or broadcasting (depending on field conditions) .
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Effective against difficult weeds: Especially useful against “hard-to-kill” and emerging weeds.
Usage Guidelines
| Parameter | Recommendation |
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| Dosage (Pre-emergence / Nursery / Transplant / DSR) | ~ 80 gm per acre (per hectare equivalent to local conversion) |
| Dosage (Early Post-emergence) | 500–750 g/ha (i.e. 2–3 sachets per tank) |
| Application timing | Pre-emergence or early post-emergence (depending on weed stage) |
| Application conditions | Soil must be wet; maintain moisture (for ~3 days) to facilitate absorption through roots |
| Packaging / Sizes | Available in sachets of 20 g, 80 g (and possibly other sizes) |
Additional Notes & Precautions
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Always follow the label instructions and safety precautions (wear protective gear, avoid drift, etc.).
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Not all weeds at advanced stages may be controlled — early application is more effective.
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Avoid applying under very dry conditions (soil moisture is important).
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Use only in the recommended application window (often early in the crop cycle)
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This is for agricultural use only.
