Fluron (Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC) – Pre & Post Emergence Herbicide for Broadleaf and Grass Weed Control

Fluron (Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC) – Pre & Post Emergence Herbicide for Broadleaf and Grass Weed Control

Fluron is a highly effective Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC herbicide designed for both pre-emergence and post-emergence weed control. It provides excellent management of broadleaf weeds and grassy weeds in onion, potato, groundnut, tea, direct-seeded rice, and mint crops, helping ensure clean fields and improved crop productivity.

Detailed Description

Fluron is an advanced Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC herbicide belonging to the diphenyl ether group of herbicides. It is widely used for controlling a broad spectrum of broadleaf weeds and certain grassy weeds in agricultural and horticultural crops.

The active ingredient, Oxyfluorfen, works by inhibiting the Protoporphyrinogen Oxidase (PPO) enzyme, which plays a vital role in chlorophyll production and plant metabolism. Disruption of this process causes rapid cell membrane damage, resulting in desiccation and death of susceptible weeds.

Fluron offers both pre-emergence and early post-emergence weed control, making it an ideal solution for maintaining weed-free crop fields during critical growth stages. Its contact action effectively suppresses weed growth, reducing competition for nutrients, moisture, sunlight, and space.

The EC formulation ensures easy application, excellent spreading, and reliable field performance, helping farmers achieve healthier crops and higher yields.

Key Benefits

• Contains Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC
• Pre-emergence and post-emergence weed control
• Effective against broadleaf and grassy weeds
• Rapid weed suppression through PPO inhibition
• Reduces competition for nutrients and water
• Supports healthy crop establishment
• Long-lasting weed management
• Suitable for multiple crops
• Easy-to-use emulsifiable concentrate formulation
• Improves crop growth and productivity

Recommended Crops

• Onion
• Tea
• Potato
• Groundnut
• Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)
• Mint

Target Weeds

• Broadleaf Weeds
• Annual Grasses
• Certain Sedges
• Mixed Weed Flora

Dosage & Application

Foliar Spray

120–150 ml per acre

Onion Nursery

• Apply 15–25 days after sowing
• 10–12 ml per pump

Main Field (Onion)

• Apply just before transplanting
• Can be applied up to 15 days after transplanting

Use recommended spray volume for uniform weed coverage.

Mode of Action

PPO Enzyme Inhibition

Oxyfluorfen blocks the Protoporphyrinogen Oxidase (PPO) enzyme, disrupting chlorophyll synthesis.

Cell Membrane Damage

Causes rapid destruction of weed cell membranes, leading to drying and death.

Contact Herbicidal Action

Controls susceptible weeds through direct contact with plant tissues.

Early Weed Suppression

Provides effective control during critical crop establishment stages.

Composition

Why Choose Fluron?

Fluron delivers reliable pre- and post-emergence weed control through the proven efficacy of Oxyfluorfen 23.5% EC. Its broad-spectrum activity against broadleaf and grassy weeds helps farmers maintain cleaner fields, reduce weed competition, and improve crop performance. With flexible application timing and excellent field results, Fluron is an ideal weed management solution for modern agriculture.