BASF presented innovative pre-emergent herbicide Zidua® to fight resistant Phalaris weed in Wheat.
BASF launched Zidua®, a new pre-emergent herbicide for wheat, which offers farmers a much-needed solution for controlling one of the most problematic weeds in their fields – Phalaris.Its unique mode of action delivers superior management of resistant Phalaris. It offers fast and long-lasting control combined with excellent crop safety
India is the second-largest wheat-producing country in the world. However, farmers in major wheat-growing areas have faced increased difficulty maintaining their yield levels due to outbreaks of Phalaris which has developed resistance to many conventional herbicides.
BASF offers a new mode of action compared to currently available solutions on the market, Zidua® begins to protect fields immediately after application. It provides superior and long-lasting control of Phalaris coupled with excellent crop safety.
Zidua® further strengthens BASF’s portfolio of innovative solutions for wheat growers in India, including products such as Opera®, which combines superior control of yellow rust with excellent plant health benefits.
“BASF is committed to helping Indian wheat growers maximize their potential. The growers deserve access to the most advanced solutions to help them achieve better yields. With this new launch, BASF once again demonstrates its commitment to supporting the growers to find innovative solutions to their problems,” said Rajendra Velagala, Business Director, Agricultural Solutions South Asia.
