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HUNTER GRANULES is a selective herbicide specifically designed for use in rice paddy fields.1 It provides effective control of various weeds, allowing rice plants to thrive without competition for resources.

Here's a breakdown of its key features:

Active Ingredient: Butachlor 5% GR (Granules)

Mode of Action:

  • Selective systemic herbicide: Absorbed primarily by the germinating shoots of weeds and secondarily by the roots.2

  • Inhibits protein synthesis: This disrupts the growth and development of susceptible weeds.3

Target Weeds:

HUNTER GRANULES effectively controls a range of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in rice, including:

  • Grasses: Barnyardgrass (Echinochloa crus-galli), Jungle rice (Echinochloa colonum), Goosegrass (Eleusine indica)

  • Sedges: Watergrass (Cyperus difformis), Rice flatsedge (Cyperus iria)

  • Broadleaf weeds: Eclipta (Eclipta alba), False daisy (Eclipta prostrata), Sphenoclea (Sphenoclea zeylanica)

Target Crops:

  • Primarily used in transplanted rice (paddy)4

Key Features and Benefits:

  • Effective weed control: Provides good control of many problematic weeds in rice.

  • Pre-emergence activity: Applied before weed emergence, preventing their establishment.5

  • Safe for rice: Designed to be selective and not harm the rice crop when used as directed.6

  • Granular formulation: Easy to apply and provides good soil coverage.

  • Reduced drift: Granular formulation minimizes the risk of drift to non-target areas.

Important Considerations:

  • Application timing: Follow the recommended application timing on the product label for optimal weed control.

  • Water management: Proper water management in the paddy field is essential for the effective performance of HUNTER GRANULES.

  • Safety: Always follow the instructions on the product label for safe handling and application. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.

  • Resistance management: To prevent the development of herbicide resistance, rotate with herbicides from different chemical classes and integrate other weed control methods.7

Where to find more information:

  • Product label: The product label will provide detailed information on application rates, safety precautions, and other important instructions.

  • Manufacturer's website: You can often find more information on the manufacturer's website (e.g., HPM Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. for HUNTER GRANULES).

  • Agricultural extension services: Local agricultural experts can provide guidance on the safe and effective use of HUNTER GRANULES in your specific region.