Adama Agil is a powerful herbicide that is selective, systemic, and post-emergent. It provides strong systemic action that works by targeting an essential enzyme, which stops the synthesis of fatty acids and cell membrane building in grasses. The Adama Agil herbicide offers a quick-action formula for rapid weed relief that is safe for crops and the environment when used as recommended, making it suitable for Integrated Weed Management (IWM) practices.
Key Features and Benefits of Agil Herbicide:
Unique Action: Agil herbicide works by inhibiting an essential enzyme in weeds, making it effective against weeds with great resistance.
Complete Weed Removal: When applied, Adama Agil herbicide is absorbed quickly in weeds and is spread evenly across the weed.
Rainfast Properties: The Agil herbicide cannot be washed away easily by the rain after just one hour of application, for effective protection.
Selective Properties: This herbicide is highly selective, making it safe to use as it does not harm crops while targeting weeds.
Broad-Spectrum: Agil herbicide is effective against both annual and perennial weeds like Echinochloa spp., Dactyloctenium aegyptium, etc.
Safe to Use: Adama Agil herbicide is non-toxic to beneficial insects and mammals, making it suitable for IWM practices as well.
Agil Herbicide Uses — Target Weeds and Crops:
Agil Herbicide Uses cover annual and perennial grassy weed management across all registered broadleaf crops:
Annual Grassy Weeds: Echinochloa crus-galli (Barnyard Grass), Echinochloa colona (Jungle Rice), Dactyloctenium aegyptium (Crowfoot Grass), Setaria spp. (Foxtail Grass), Digitaria spp. (Crabgrass)
Perennial Grassy Weeds: Cynodon dactylon (Bermuda / Doob Grass), Sorghum halepense (Johnson Grass), Saccharum spp. (Wild Sugarcane)
Registered Crops: Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal, Cabbage, Papaya, Carrot, Chickpea, Black Gram, Cluster Bean, Cotton, Groundnut, Jute, Onion, Sesamum, Soybean
Important: Agil herbicide must NOT be used in Paddy, Wheat, Maize, Sorghum, Sugarcane, or any other grass-family crop — it will cause severe crop damage to all grass-family species.
Adama Agil Dose — Recommended Dose:
The Agil Herbicide Dosage Per Litre is 2 ml per litre of water — equivalent to 400 ml per acre in 200 litres of water, applied uniformly across the field.
Crop | Target Weeds | Dose Per Acre | Per 15L Pump | Timing |
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Chilli, Tomato, Brinjal | Annual and Perennial Grasses | 400 ml | 30 ml | 20 days after transplanting — 2–4 weed leaf stage |
Soybean, Black Gram | Annual Grasses | 200–400 ml | 15–30 ml | 15–20 DAS — 2–4 weed leaf stage |
Groundnut, Cotton | Annual and Perennial Grasses | 200–400 ml | 15–30 ml | 15–20 DAS — 2–4 weed leaf stage |
Onion, Carrot | Annual Grasses | 400 ml | 30 ml | 15 days after transplanting — 2–4 weed leaf stage |
Cabbage, Papaya, Chickpea | Annual and Perennial Grasses | 400 ml | 30 ml | 2–4 weed leaf stage — after crop establishment |
How To Use Adama Agil Herbicide:
Shake the bottle well before measuring — this Agil herbicide is an emulsifiable concentrate that needs uniform mixing.
Measure the required dose as per the crop-wise table above — 2 ml per litre of water for most applications.
Add the measured Adama Agil herbicide to a small amount of clean water in a separate container and stir well before adding to the sprayer tank.
Fill the tank with the remaining clean water and agitate thoroughly to form a uniform emulsion.
Use a flat fan nozzle for uniform coverage across the field — spray directly onto weed foliage, ensuring all weed leaves are thoroughly wet.
Apply when weeds are at the 2–4 leaf stage and actively growing — this is when ACCase inhibition is most effective, and weed kill is fastest.
Do not spray during strong winds or when rain is expected within 1 hour of application.
Rinse all sprayer equipment thoroughly with clean water after every use — Agil herbicide residues can cause drift damage to grass crops in subsequent spray sessions.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply Adama Agil herbicide in the early morning or late evening. Target the 2–4 leaf weed stage — 15–20 days after sowing or transplanting for most crops. Apply when adequate soil moisture is present for the best weed root kill and translocation.
Frequency of Application and Re-Entry Period:
Frequency of Application: One well-timed application at the 2–4 leaf weed stage is generally sufficient for season-long grassy weed control. A second application may be made for heavy perennial weed pressure if regrowth appears after the first spray.
Re-Entry Period: Do not enter treated fields for at least 12 hours after application. Allow the spray to dry fully before field re-entry.
Tank-Mix Compatibility: Agil herbicide can be tank-mixed with compatible broadleaf herbicides for broader spectrum weed control. Do not mix with Chlorimuron Ethyl, as this may reduce grass weed efficacy. Always perform a jar test before mixing with unfamiliar products.
Important Notes:
Do not spray Adama Agil herbicide on or near Paddy, Wheat, Maize, Sorghum, or Sugarcane — even spray drift onto these crops will cause severe phytotoxic damage.
Always rinse the sprayer after use before any application on grass-family crops.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Wear gloves, goggles, and a face mask before handling or spraying Agil herbicide.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during mixing or application.
Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes — rinse immediately with clean water for 15 minutes if contact occurs.
Do not allow spray drift onto neighbouring grass-family crops.
No specific antidote is known — treat symptomatically and seek medical attention if poisoning is suspected.
Keep children, pets, and livestock away from treated fields for at least 12 hours.
Wash all exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after every spray session.
Triple rinse empty containers, puncture, and dispose of per local waste guidelines.
Storage Instructions:
Store Adama Agil herbicide in its original sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Keep away from food, animal feed, and seeds.
Store out of reach of children and farm animals.
Storage Temperature: Below 35°C.
Shelf Life: 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Product Specifications:
Specification | Details |
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Product Name | Adama Agil Herbicide |
Brand | ADAMA India Private Limited |
Agil Herbicide Technical Name | Propaquizafop 10% EC (Emulsifiable Concentrate) |
Chemical Class | Aryloxyphenoxy-propionate (FOP) |
HRAC Group | A — ACCase Inhibitor (Fatty Acid Synthesis Inhibitor) |
Mode of Action | Selective Systemic Post-Emergence — inhibits ACCase enzyme → blocks fatty acid biosynthesis in grass weeds → cell membrane collapse → weed death within 10–14 days |
Rain-Fast Period | 1 hour after application |
Selectivity | Selective — safe for broadleaf crops; NOT safe for grass-family crops |
Application Method | Foliar Spray — Flat Fan Nozzle |
Dose | 400 ml per acre (2 ml per litre of water) |
Pack Sizes Available | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 Litre |
Country of Origin | India |
Shelf Life | 2 years from date of manufacture |
Pre-Harvest Interval | As indicated on the product label |
