Active Ingredient
Pinoxaden (5–10% EC / 50 g/L approx.)
Belongs to Group 1 herbicides (ACCase inhibitors)
Crop & Target Weeds
Used in:
Wheat
Barley
Controls:
Phalaris minor (Gulli danda)
Wild oats (Avena spp.)
Other narrow-leaf grassy weeds
Mode of Action
Absorbed through weed leaves
Moves systemically to growing points
Stops growth within ~48 hours
Complete weed death in 2–3 weeks
It inhibits fatty acid synthesis (ACCase enzyme), which is essential for weed growth.
Key Features / Benefits
Highly effective on grassy weeds
Fast action (growth stops quickly)
Selective – safe for wheat & barley
Works even with varying water quality
Rainfast within ~30 minutes (with adjuvant)
Improves crop yield by reducing competition
Formulation
Common form: EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate)
Example: 5.1% EC (India formulation)
Application
Post-emergence spray
Best at 2–4 leaf stage of weeds
Typical dose: ~1.25–1.5 L/ha (varies by formulation & region)
Safety & Crop Selectivity
Contains safener (e.g., cloquintocet-mexyl) to protect crop
High crop safety when used at recommended dose
Summary
Axial (Pinoxaden) by Syngenta is a modern, systemic grass herbicide widely used in wheat farming for effective control of Phalaris minor and wild oats, ensuring better crop growth and yield.
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