Felicita Herbicide: The Ultimate Solution for Weed-Free Rice Fields
Master the art of rice farming with Felicita (Penoxsulam 1.02% + Cyhalofop-Butyl 5.1% OD) — the advanced broad-spectrum protection your crop deserves.
Weeds are the biggest enemy of a high-yielding rice harvest, stealing sunlight, water, and nutrients from your paddy. Manual weeding is expensive and labor is hard to find. Felicita by Nichino India solves this problem. It uses Japanese technology to control grasses, sedges, and broadleaf weeds in a single spray, ensuring your crop grows healthy and strong.
Best For: Farmers looking for a "one-shot" solution for Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) or Transplanted Rice.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
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Double Action Power: Combines two powerful chemistries to stop weed growth instantly and prevent resistance.
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Broad Spectrum Control: Kills Grasses, Sedges, and Broadleaf weeds effectively in one go.
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Systemic Safety: Absorbed by leaves and roots to kill weeds from the inside out, without harming the rice plant.
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Rainfast in 1 Hour: The special Oil Dispersion (OD) technology sticks to leaves quickly, so rain won't wash it away.
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Flexible Usage: Perfectly suitable for both Nursery, Transplanted Rice, and Direct Seeded Rice (DSR).
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
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| Brand Name | Felicita |
| Technical Name | Penoxsulam 1.02% + Cyhalofop-Butyl 5.1% OD |
| IRAC MoA Code | Group 2 (ALS Inhibitor) + Group 1 (ACCase Inhibitor) |
| Chemical Group | Triazolopyrimidine + Aryloxyphenoxypropionate |
| Formulation | Oil Dispersion (OD) |
| Toxicity Label | Blue (Moderately Hazardous) |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Felicita uses a "Dual-Punch" strategy to ensure no weed survives. It attacks the weeds through two different biological pathways, making it very difficult for weeds to develop resistance.
- Stops Protein Production (Penoxsulam): This ingredient inhibits the ALS enzyme. Simply put, it stops the weed from making essential amino acids, starving the plant so it stops growing immediately.
- Destroys Cell Membranes (Cyhalofop-Butyl): This ingredient inhibits the ACCase enzyme, which is needed to make fatty acids. Without this, the weed cannot build new cells, leading to the collapse of the plant.
- Complete Elimination: The weed stops competing with your rice within hours. Yellowing starts in 7-14 days, and the weed dies completely within 2-4 weeks.
Note: Rice plants naturally break down these chemicals quickly, which is why your crop stays safe while the weeds die.
Target Crops & Pests
| Crop | Target Pest(s) |
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| Transplanted Rice | Barnyard Grass (Echinochloa crus-galli), Jungle Rice (Echinochloa colona), Chinese Sprangletop (Leptochloa chinensis) |
| Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) | Sedges (Cyperus difformis, Cyperus iria), Broadleaf weeds (Caesulia axillaris, Commelina spp.) |
| Rice Nurseries | Complex weed flora (Grasses, Sedges, Broadleaves) |
Dosage & Application Guide
The Golden Rule: Always follow the "Dose per Acre" for accurate results. Using too little will result in weed regrowth, and using too much is unnecessary expense.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop | Dose (ml / Acre) | Water (L / Acre) | Dose (ml / Litre) | PHI (Days) |
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| Transplanted Rice | 800 - 900 ml | 150 - 200 Litres | 4.5 - 5 ml | 60 |
| Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) | 800 - 900 ml | 150 - 200 Litres | 4.5 - 5 ml | 60 |
| General Application | 800 ml | 150 Litres | 5.3 ml | 60 |
*PHI = Pre-Harvest Interval: The minimum number of days to wait between the last spray and harvesting.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Timing: The perfect time to spray is when weeds are at the 2 to 4 leaf stage. This is usually 15-20 days after transplanting or sowing.
- Mixing: Shake the bottle well before use (Oil Dispersion settles). Fill the tank halfway with water, add the chemical, mix well, then fill the rest.
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Coverage:
1. Drain the field water before spraying so the weeds are exposed.
2. Spray uniformly using a Flat Fan or Flood Jet nozzle.
3. Reflood the field 48-72 hours after spraying to suppress new weeds. - Safety: Always wear PPE (gloves, mask, goggles). Wash hands thoroughly after use. Do not enter the field for 24 hours after spraying.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Felicita safe for the rice crop?
Yes, it is highly selective. Rice plants naturally break down the chemical, so only the weeds are killed. Temporary yellowing may occur if the crop is stressed, but it recovers quickly.
2. Can I mix Felicita with insecticides?
Yes, studies show it is compatible with Fipronil for stem borer control. However, avoid mixing with organophosphates to prevent crop injury.
3. What if it rains after spraying?
Felicita uses Oil Dispersion (OD) technology. It becomes rainfast within 1 hour of application, so you don't need to re-spray if it rains after that.
4. Does it control full-grown weeds?
No. It is most effective when weeds are young (2-4 leaf stage). Spraying on large, mature weeds will result in poor control.
5. Is it better than manual weeding?
Yes. Felicita is significantly cheaper (approx. 50% savings) than hiring labor for manual weeding and provides cleaner fields for a longer duration.
Safety & Disclaimer
Always read and follow the instructions on the official product label. The information provided here is for guidance only. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) during application. Toxic to aquatic life; avoid spraying near fish ponds.
