Atranex - Atrazine 50% WP - ADAMA
ADAMA
Atranex - Atrazine 50% WP - ADAMA
Product details
Atranex Herbicide | Atrazine 50% WP
Selective weed control for maize and sugarcane, covering annual grasses and broadleaf weeds within the
crop-specific label directions.
Crop fit: Maize and sugarcane.
Weed focus: Annual grasses and broadleaf weeds listed for the
crop.
When to apply: Pre-emergence or post-emergence, as specified for the crop, weeds
and field conditions on the label.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
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🌿 Two weed groups: Combines annual grass and
broadleaf weed control in one crop-selective herbicide.
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🌽 Maize and sugarcane uses: Provides a
weed-control option for these two crops, with separate directions for each crop.
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🕒 Before- and after-emergence roles: Offers
different treatment timings within the label, so the programme can be matched to the actual weed stage.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
|---|---|
| Brand |
Atranex | ADAMA India |
| Active ingredient |
Atrazine 50% WP |
| Product type |
Selective herbicide |
| Formulation |
WP: wettable powder |
| HRAC group |
Group 5: inhibition of photosynthesis at photosystem II; legacy group C1. |
| Chemical family |
Triazines |
How It Works: Mode of Action
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Interrupts photosynthesis: Atrazine inhibits photosystem II, a part of the process by which plants use light energy.
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Restricts energy production: Susceptible weeds cannot maintain normal energy production when this pathway is disrupted.
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Suppresses susceptible weed growth: The resulting disruption limits weed growth. Crop selectivity still depends on using the
correct labelled programme.
Use other appropriate weed-management methods alongside the label-directed treatment. Repeated use of the same
mode of action can select resistant weeds; changing the brand name alone does not change the action group.
Target Crops & Weeds
| Crop |
Weed groups |
|---|---|
| Maize |
Annual grass weeds and annual broadleaf weeds |
| Sugarcane |
Annual grass weeds and annual broadleaf weeds |
Match the actual weed species to the current label. These weed groups do not mean that every species, perennial
weed or established weed is controlled.
Dosage & Application Guide
Choose the crop-specific pre- or post-emergence use
Pre-emergence treatment is used before weed emergence; post-emergence treatment is used after weeds have
emerged. Do not choose a fixed day after sowing without checking the crop-specific label. For maize and sugarcane, the dilution-water
guidance is 500–700 L/ha, approximately 202.34–283.28 L/acre.
Water volume alone is not an application programme. Before use, obtain the matching product quantity, permitted
method, crop and weed stage, soil conditions and harvest restrictions from the supplied label. Measure the field area rather than
estimating a dose from pack size or tank capacity.
How to Apply: Best Practices
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Check the field: Identify the crop and weeds, and assess soil conditions before choosing a pre- or post-emergence treatment.
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Prepare the correct programme: Follow the supplied label for preparation, equipment, application method and any agitation
requirement. Do not substitute directions for another atrazine formulation.
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Protect neighbouring areas: Prevent drift and contamination of water sources. Follow the pack’s weather precautions and use the
specified protective equipment.
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Plan following crops: Check crop-rotation restrictions before treatment, particularly if the next crop is different from the
treated crop.
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Record and reassess: Record the date, area and treatment. Follow harvest and worker re-entry restrictions; seek qualified advice
about surviving weeds rather than automatically repeating the same treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which crops is Atranex intended for?
Maize and sugarcane. Follow the separate label directions for the crop being treated.
2. Does it control only grasses?
No. Its scope includes annual grasses and broadleaf weeds, but the exact weed species must match the
label.
3. Is it a pre-emergence or post-emergence herbicide?
It has both uses. Select the one permitted for the crop and weed stage; the two timings are not
interchangeable.
4. Can I calculate a tank dose from the water range?
No. The water range is for area coverage, not a product concentration. Obtain the crop-specific product rate
and complete directions before measuring or mixing.
5. Can I mix it or plant any crop afterwards?
Use a proposed mixture only when both current labels permit the exact products, crop and method. Check
following-crop restrictions separately; do not assume unrestricted rotation.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it: Read the supplied Indian label and leaflet before opening the pack, and use the
product only for its listed crop and target. Wear the specified protective clothing and equipment. Avoid skin and eye contact and
inhalation; do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product. Wash thoroughly and change contaminated clothing after
work.
Keep the original labelled container securely closed, away from children, food and feed. Prevent
contamination of ponds, wells, drains and other water sources. Never reuse empty pesticide containers; follow the label and local
disposal requirements.
If exposure or suspected poisoning occurs, stop work and obtain prompt medical help with the product label.
Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person or induce vomiting unless directed by a medical
professional.