SumiGold Herbicide
Sumitomo
Frequently Asked Questions
SumiGold is a broad-specturm, selective herbicide used to control weeds post emergence. It effectively controls weeds that include grasses, sedges, and broad-leaved weeds.
SumiGold herbicide contains Bispyribac Sodium 10% SC that acts through systemic action. It offers a wider application window for weed management.
SumiGold herbicide can be used for all forms of paddy cultivation including paddy nursery, transplanted paddy, and directly seeded paddy for controlling stubborn weeds.
The active ingredient of SumiGold herbicide, when comes in contact with the weeds, moves systemically through the plant system and inhibits synthesis of essential amino acids and proteins that are responsible for growth and development of weed plants. This leads to death of the grasses and other weeds.
SumiGold herbicide can be used at a dosage range of:
• 0.4-0.5 ml/litre
• 80-100 ml in 200 litres of water per acre
• 6-7.5 ml/15 litre pump
Refer to the label instructions for crop specific dosages.
No, Sumigold herbicide is generally safe to any beneficial insects when used as recommended. Although to reduce any risk of harming beneficial insects, it is advisable to spray during early morning or late afternoon.
Choose a non-windy or no-rain day to apply SumiGold herbicide to avoid drifting and washing away. Cooler hours of the day, like early morning or late afternoon, are ideal for spraying. It is advised to spray it on emerging and actively growing weeds.
SumiGold can be mixed with other compatible herbicides. This helps in controlling a wider range of weeds. But it is recommended to seek expert advice or follow label claims.
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SumiGold herbicide is applied anytime between 2-5 leaf stages of weeds. Prepare the spray solution by mixing the recommended quantity of SumiGold in water and apply evenly on the canopy. Make sure the field is drained a day before application and refilled within a day of application for a minimum of 10 days. Use a flat pan or cut nozzle sprayer to get effective coverage.