Quizalofop-Ethyl 10% EC

Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC

Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC is a selective, systemic post-emergence herbicide from the Aryloxy Phenoxy Propionate chemical group, designed to control annual and perennial grassy weeds in broadleaf crops without causing any harm to the main crop. Widely trusted by soybean, cotton, and groundnut farmers across India, it offers a clean, effective solution to grassy weed problems that commonly reduce yield when left unmanaged.

How Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC Works

This herbicide works by inhibiting the activity of the enzyme Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACCase), which is essential for fatty acid synthesis in grassy weeds. Fatty acids are a critical building block for cell membrane formation and other vital metabolic processes inside the plant. Once this enzyme is blocked, the weed’s ability to form new cell membranes collapses, disrupting normal growth and development at the cellular level. The herbicide is rapidly absorbed through the weed’s leaves and stems after spraying and then translocated systemically throughout the plant — all the way down to the growing points and roots — ensuring that the entire weed is controlled, not just the visible above-ground portions.

Why Farmers Choose This Herbicide

One of the most valued qualities of Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC is its high selectivity — it effectively kills grassy weeds while being completely safe for broadleaf crops like soybean, cotton, groundnut, black gram, and onion when used as directed. This selectivity removes the worry of damaging the main crop while managing weed pressure, giving farmers the confidence to spray at the right time without hesitation.

This herbicide shows visible weed stress within just a few days of spraying, with treated weeds losing color, wilting, and eventually dying off fully within 7 to 10 days. Because it is translocated all the way to the underground growing points of perennial weeds, these weeds are unable to regenerate after treatment, giving longer-lasting, weed-free conditions than surface-only contact herbicides can achieve. Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC is most effective when applied at the 2 to 4 leaf stage of grassy weed growth, when weeds are actively growing and most susceptible to uptake of the herbicide into their system.

Key Benefits

• Controls all narrow-leaf and grassy weeds including Echinochloa, Eleusine, Cynodon, and wild sorghum
• Also controls volunteer paddy, Johnson grass, crabgrass, and canary grass
• Highly selective — safe for soybean, cotton, groundnut, and other broadleaf crops
• Systemic action translocated to roots — weeds cannot regenerate
• Visible weed stress within days, full control within 7 to 10 days
• Rainfast formulation for reliable performance in variable weather
• Compatible with most crop protection products used in broadleaf crops

Why Crop Nutrition Matters Alongside Weed Control

Effective weed control removes competition for water, nutrients, and sunlight, but crops also need proper nutritional support to make full use of that advantage. Products like Humic Acid 98% Flakes help improve soil nutrient availability and root strength, while Power PGR Liquid helps the weed-free crop channel its energy into better flowering and fruit development for higher overall yield.

Safety Tips & Precautions

• Apply only as a post-emergence spray when grassy weeds are at the 2 to 4 leaf growth stage for best results
• Do not use on grass crops such as paddy, wheat, maize, or sugarcane — it will damage these crops
• Apply under adequate soil moisture conditions for best weed uptake and herbicide activity
• Avoid spraying during strong wind to prevent drift onto sensitive neighbouring crops
• Wear gloves, mask, and protective clothing while mixing and spraying
• Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes during application
• Do not spray if rain is expected within 4 hours of application
• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap after spraying
• Keep away from children, animals, and food or feed storage areas

Storage Instructions

Store Quizalofop Ethyl 10% EC in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly sealed and out of reach of children and animals.

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