About Compra 75% WG Herbicide
Compra herbicide is a selective, post-emergence and systemic herbicide containing Halosulfuron Methyl 75% WG as its active ingredient. It is used to control nutgrass and sedge weeds in sugarcane, maize and bottle gourd crops. It is mainly recommended for controlling cyperus rotundus and cyperus Iria, which compete with crops for water, nutrients and sunlight.
Compra Technical Name
Technical Name: Halosulfuron Methyl 75% WG
Product Specifications
- Mode of Entry: Systemic
- Mode of Action: Halosulfuron Methyl inhibits the ALS (Acetolactate Synthase) enzyme in weeds, which is essential for amino acid formation and weed growth. After absorption through leaves and roots, the herbicide moves throughout the weed plant and gradually stops its growth. The weeds slowly turn yellow, dry and eventually die.
Key Benefits & Benefits of Compra
- Selective herbicide that is safe for recommended crops when used properly.
- Systemic action helps control underground weed parts for better weed management.
- Low-dose herbicide with effective weed control performance.
- Reduces weed competition and supports healthy crop growth.
Compra Dosage & Recommended Crops
Crop |
Target Weeds |
Dosage/Acre |
Waiting Period (Days) |
Sugarcane |
Cyperus rotundus |
32–36 g |
294 |
Maize |
Cyperus rotundus , Cyperus Iria |
36 g |
45 |
Bottle Gourd |
Cyperus rotundus, Cyperus Iria |
36 g |
46 |
Method of Application
Apply Compra Herbicide as a foliar spray using a knapsack sprayer, battery sprayer or power sprayer fitted with a flat-fan or flood-jet nozzle. Ensure uniform spray coverage on weeds for better results.
Best Time to Spray
- Sugarcane: 20–45 days after sowing
- Maize: 15–17 days after sowing when weeds are at 3–6 leaf stage
- Bottle Gourd: 11–19 days after sowing when weeds are at 3–4 leaf stage
- Spray on young and actively growing weeds.
- Avoid spraying during strong winds or before rainfall.
