About Sokusai herbicide
Sokusai herbicide is a selective, systemic, and pre-emergence herbicide containing Pretilachlor 50% EC as its active ingredient. It helps control grassy, broad leaved and some sedges in transplanted rice crop. This helps the rice grow well without any competition from weeds.
Sokusai Technical Name
Pretilachlor 50% EC
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Systemic
Time of Application: Pre-emergence
Mode of Action: Pretilachlor 50% EC belongs to chloroacetamite group. It stops weeds from growing at the emergence stage by preventing cell division.
Key Benefits of Sokusai herbicide
- It helps rice grow well by stopping weeds from competing with it.
- It helps rice grow better and produce more.
- You can use Sokusai in transplanted rice fields.
- It has longer residual action
Sokusai herbicide Dosage & Recommended Crops
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Crop
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Target Weeds
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Dosage/Acre
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Water Volume/Acre
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Dosage/Liter Water
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Waiting Period (Days)
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Transplanted Rice
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Echinochloa crus-galli, Echinochloa colona, Leptochloa chinensis, Panicum repens, Cyperus difformis, Cyperus iria, Fimbristylis miliacea, Eclipta alba, Ludwigia parviflora, Monochoria vaginalis.
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400–600 ml/acre
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200-280 L/acre
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2-2.14 ml/L
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75–90 days
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Method of Application
- Apply Sokusai herbicide within 5 days after transplanting rice seedlings.
- Spray Sokusai evenly using a knapsack sprayer or a battery-operated sprayer.
- Use a fan or flood-jet nozzle for uniform coverage.
Safety & Precautions
- Keep Sokusai away from food and water.
- Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mouth.
- Do not inhale the spray drift.
- Wear gloves, a mask, and protective clothing while applying Sokusai.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke during application.
- Wash your hands and clothes after application.
Symptoms of Poisoning
Headache, tiredness, dizziness, nervousness, nausea, and vomiting.
First Aid
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If Swallowed: Induce vomiting only if the person is conscious and alert.
Seek medical attention immediately.
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Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing.
Wash the affected skin thoroughly with soap and water.
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Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with clean water for 10–15 minutes.
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Inhalation: Move the person into fresh air immediately.
Sokusai herbicide Expert Advice
“IFFCO Sokusai herbicide is an excellent selective herbicide used to control wide range of grasses, broad leaf weeds and sedges in transplanted rice crop.” -BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always read and follow the instructions provided on the product label and accompanying leaflet before use.
