Shikast Xtra - Pendimethalin 38.7% CS - Mahindra Summit
Shikast Xtra Herbicide by Mahindra Summit
Shikast Xtra contains Pendimethalin 38.7% CS. Pendimethalin interferes with cell division and elongation in susceptible germinating weeds. Mahindra describes Shikast Xtra as a pre-emergence herbicide.
Composition: Pendimethalin 38.7% CS.
Verified scope: The manufacturer’s crop-and-target pairings are listed below.
Before use: Confirm the product rate, water volume, method and waiting period on the supplied label.
Why Choose This Product? Key Benefits
- 🌾Defined crop scope: Mahindra lists Soybean, Cotton, Chilli, Onion, Groundnut, Mustard, Cumin.
- 🎯Matched targets: Each listed target is tied to its own crop, rather than a general all-crop claim.
- 🌿Pre-emergence focus: The manufacturer positions this product for weeds before emergence.
- 🧪Seven crop programmes: Each crop has its own named weed list, retained in full below.
- 🔄Resistance-aware planning: Match the mode of action to the crop programme; changing brand alone is not a rotation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Mahindra Summit Agriscience Limited |
| Technical Name | Pendimethalin 38.7% CS |
| Mode-of-Action Group | Cell-division inhibition |
| Chemical Group | Dinitroaniline |
| Formulation | Capsule suspension (CS) |
| Toxicity Label | Follow the supplied pack warning panel and protective-equipment instructions. |
How It Works: Mode of Action
Pendimethalin interferes with cell division and elongation in susceptible germinating weeds. Mahindra describes Shikast Xtra as a pre-emergence herbicide.
- Weed germination: Susceptible weeds encounter the treatment during early growth.
- Cell-division inhibition: Pendimethalin disrupts development in root and shoot growing points.
- Growth restriction: Affected seedlings fail to establish normally.
Changing brand names does not necessarily change the mode of action. Follow a crop-specific resistance-management plan and all limits on repeat applications.
Target Crops & Weeds
Mahindra’s Shikast Xtra recommendation table names the following crop-and-target pairings.
| Crop | Target Weed(s) |
|---|---|
| Soybean |
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| Cotton |
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| Chilli |
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| Onion |
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| Groundnut |
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| Mustard |
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| Cumin |
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Each target belongs only to its listed crop. Do not extend these recommendations to unlisted crops or assume that every listed target applies to every crop. Scientific-name spelling has been normalized for readability without adding weeds.
Dosage & Application Guide
Check the current pack before measuring product. The public manufacturer table uses a combined g/ml dose header without identifying the product unit. Quantitative directions are withheld until that ambiguity is resolved.
Dosage per Acre, Litre, & Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
| Crop | Product rate | Water volume | Method | PHI (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All listed crops | Confirm crop label | Confirm label basis | Pre-emergence; follow label | Not verified |
The manufacturer’s product-dose heading is per hectare, not per acre. No operational dose or acre conversion is supplied from the ambiguous unit heading. The water column also needs its area basis confirmed on the pack.
PHI means the interval between the last application and harvest. An unverified waiting period does not mean zero days.
Confirm crop stage, equipment, repeat interval, maximum applications, re-entry and weather restrictions. No universal per-litre or tank recipe is inferred.
How to Apply: Best Practices
- Match the target: Check the full Shikast Xtra identity, crop and target against the supplied label.
- Measure correctly: Use the label’s explicit product unit and water volume; do not substitute a hectare quantity for an acre quantity.
- Follow the approved method: Use only the preparation, equipment and application route specified on the pack. Do not assume a tank mixture is permitted.
- Protect people and water: Wear the specified protective equipment and prevent drift or runoff into water and neighbouring crops.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in Shikast Xtra?Pendimethalin 38.7% CS.
Which crops are listed?The manufacturer crop-and-target table above gives the verified scope. Check the supplied pack before deciding whether the product fits your crop.
What is the dose per acre or per litre?The public table does not identify an unambiguous product unit. Obtain the complete label directions before measuring or converting a rate.
Can I mix it with another product?No tank-mixture approval is established here. Follow the current label and crop-specific advice.
When can the crop be harvested?The current crop-specific waiting period was not verified. Confirm it on the supplied label before use.
Safety & Disclaimer
Before you use it: Read the current pack label and leaflet. Match the crop, target, rate, method, water volume and waiting period to that label. This product overview is not a replacement for the approved directions.
Wear the protective clothing and equipment specified on the pack. Avoid breathing spray or dust and avoid skin and eye contact. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling; wash after work.
Keep the product in its original closed container, away from children, animals, food and feed. Prevent drift, spills and washings from reaching water. Do not reuse empty containers. If exposure or illness occurs, seek medical help and show the label.