About Ashitaka Herbicide
Ashitaka herbicide is a post-emergence herbicide containing Tolpyralate 40% SC as its active ingredient. It is used to control broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds in maize crop. It helps to reduce weed competition with crop for nutrients, water, sunlight, and space.
Ashitaka Technical Name
Tolpyralate 40% SC
Product Specifications
Mode of Entry: Systemic
Time of Application: Post-emergence
Mode of Action: Ashitaka Herbicide inhibits the HPPD enzyme in weeds. This enzyme is important for chlorophyll formation and plant growth. After spraying, weeds stop producing essential pigments, leading to chlorosis and weed death.
Key Features & Benefits
- Excellent crop safety in maize
- Easy to apply through foliar spray.
- Helps maintain cleaner maize fields during early crop growth.
- Rainfastness within 1 hour.
- Faster weed kill with bleaching effect - Visible action within days.
Ashitaka Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crop |
Target Weeds |
Dosage/Acre |
Water Volume/Acre |
Dosage/Liter Water |
Waiting Period (Days) |
Maize |
Chenopodium album, Trianthema portulacastrum, Echinochloa colona, Cyperus rotundus |
50 ml/acre |
200 L water/acre |
0.25 ml/L |
61 |
Method of Application
Apply Ashitaka Herbicide as a blanket foliar spray using a knapsack sprayer fitted with a flat-fan nozzle for uniform weed coverage.
Best Time to Spray
- Spray when weeds are at the 3–4 leaf stage depending upon the soil and climatic factors
- Apply on actively growing weeds.
- Ensure adequate soil moisture during application.
- Spray during morning or late afternoon under calm weather conditions.
- Avoid spraying during strong winds or before rainfall.
Compatibility, Safety & Storage
Tank-Mix Compatibility
Consult an agronomist before mixing Ashitaka with other herbicides, insecticides or fertilizers.
Safety Precautions
- Wear gloves, mask, full-sleeve clothing, rubber boots and safety goggles while spraying as this product is harmful to eyes
- Do not mix by bare hands
- Do not spray on windy days to avoid spray drift.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke during application.
- Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after spraying.
- Keep out of reach of children, pets and livestock.
- Precautions shall be taken to avoid harm to the beneficial insects like honeybees and natural enemies of pest.
- Avoid spraying near aquaculture
- In case of accidental ingestion, eye contact or inhalation, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, food, feed and water sources. Keep the product in the original sealed container under lock and key.
Ashitaka Expert Advice
“Godrej Ashitaka is an excellent broad-spectrum post-emergence herbicide used to control grassy and broad leaf weeds including tough species in maize crop.”-BigHaat Agronomy Expert
Additional Information & State Restrictions
- Re-entry into the sprayed field should be avoided for 24 hours after application.
- Recommended only for maize crops.
- Spray mixture is used for immediate application. Avoid overnight storage
- Do not reuse empty containers.
- Dispose of used containers safely according to local regulations.
- Follow state-specific guidelines and label recommendations before use.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended application guidelines outlined on the product label and accompanying leaflet.
