Godrej Hitweed is a selective post-emergence cotton herbicide used for controlling weeds after crop emergence. Hitweed herbicide works systemically inside weeds and stops their growth. Godrej Hitweed helps manage broadleaf weeds and some narrow-leaf weeds that compete with cotton for nutrients, water, sunlight, and space. Hitweed herbicide is useful when weeds are young and actively growing in the field. Godrej Hitweed supports cleaner cotton fields, better crop growth, and reduced weed competition when applied at the right stage.
Key Features and Benefits of Hitweed Herbicide:
Selective Action: Godrej Hitweed is made for cotton and helps control unwanted weeds without harming the crop.
Systemic Weed Control: Hitweed herbicide moves inside the weed plant and affects its growth process, helping stop further weed development.
Broad-Spectrum: Godrej Hitweed helps control common cotton weeds like Trianthema, Digera, Celosia, and Amaranthus species.
Post-Emergence Use: Hitweed herbicide can be used after cotton and weeds have emerged, making it helpful for early field weed management.
Better Crop Growth: Godrej Hitweed reduces weed competition, so cotton plants can get better access to nutrients, water, and sunlight.
Easy EC Formulation: Hitweed herbicide mixes well in water when stirred properly and can be sprayed with normal farm sprayers.
Hitweed Herbicide Uses:
Cotton Weed Control: Godrej Hitweed is mainly used in cotton for managing unwanted weeds during early crop growth.
Broadleaf Weeds: Hitweed herbicide helps control weeds like Trianthema sp., Digera sp., Celosia argentea, and Amaranthus sp.
Young Weed Stage: Godrej Hitweed works best when weeds are small, soft, and actively growing.
Crop Competition Reduction: Hitweed herbicide helps reduce competition for food, water, light, and field space.
Early Field Clean-Up: Godrej Hitweed supports better early-season weed management in cotton fields.
Godrej Hitweed Dose:
Use Hitweed herbicide as a foliar spray in cotton with clean water. Hitweed herbicide Dose is generally 250 to 300 ml per acre for listed broadleaf weeds, while some product guidance mentions up to 450 ml per acre depending on field condition and weed pressure. Godrej Hitweed should be sprayed evenly on weed foliage for better absorption and control.
Crop | Target Weed | Dose per acre | Application Method | PHI |
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Cotton | Trianthema sp. | 250 to 300 ml | Post-emergence foliar spray on weeds | Follow label |
Cotton | Digera sp. | 250 to 300 ml | Foliar spray with uniform weed coverage | Follow label |
Cotton | Celosia argentea | 250 to 300 ml | Post-emergence spray during early weed stage | Follow label |
Cotton | Amaranthus sp. | 250 to 300 ml | Foliar spray on actively growing weeds | Follow label |
Cotton | Mixed broadleaf weed pressure | 250 to 450 ml as per label guidance | Uniform foliar spray with flat-fan nozzle | Follow label |
How to Use Godrej Hitweed:
Measure the required quantity of Godrej Hitweed as per the acre area and weed pressure.
Fill the spray tank halfway with clean water.
Mix the measured Hitweed herbicide quantity in a small amount of water first.
Add the prepared solution into the spray tank.
Add the remaining water and stir the mixture properly.
Spray Godrej Hitweed uniformly on weed foliage.
Use a flat-fan nozzle for better weed coverage.
Apply Hitweed herbicide when weeds are young and actively growing.
Keep the spray focused on weeds and avoid unnecessary overlap.
Do not apply the herbicide directly on top of crops.
Avoid spraying during strong wind, rainfall, or very hot afternoon weather.
Use the prepared Godrej Hitweed spray solution on the same day.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply Godrej Hitweed after cotton and weeds have emerged, when weeds are still young and easy to control. Hitweed herbicide works better when weeds are actively growing, and the soil has enough moisture. Morning or evening application is better because spray drift and evaporation are lower. Do not spray Godrej Hitweed on drought-stressed, waterlogged, or weak cotton crops.
Frequency of Application and Re-entry Period:
Frequency of Application: One timely spray of Hitweed herbicide is generally enough for early broadleaf weed pressure. Repeat only if label guidance allows and fresh weed flush appears.
Re-Entry Period: Do not enter the sprayed field for at least 24 hours after Godrej Hitweed application without protective gear.
Compatibility: Hitweed herbicide should not be mixed with unknown pesticides, fertilizers, micronutrients, or growth products without a jar test.
Application Care: Godrej Hitweed performs better when sprayed on small, fresh, actively growing weeds.
Resistance Care: Rotate Hitweed herbicide with other weed-management methods and avoid depending on the same herbicide group repeatedly.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Read the label carefully before mixing and spraying Godrej Hitweed.
Wear gloves, mask, goggles, long sleeves, and protective footwear while using Hitweed herbicide.
Do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew anything during application.
Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and mouth.
Do not inhale spray mist while applying Godrej Hitweed.
Do not apply the herbicide directly on top of crops.
Keep Hitweed herbicide away from ponds, canals, wells, drinking water, and animal water sources.
Avoid spray drift to nearby sensitive crops.
Wash hands, face, and exposed skin properly after spraying.
Keep children, animals, and unprotected workers away from the treated field until the spray dries.
Storage Instructions:
Store Godrej Hitweed in its original sealed container.
Keep Hitweed herbicide in a cool, dry, shaded, and well-ventilated place.
Keep Godrej Hitweed away from direct sunlight, moisture, heat, and open flame.
Store away from food, animal feed, drinking water, seeds, and household items.
Keep Hitweed herbicide out of reach of children and farm animals.
Close the bottle tightly after use.
Do not store leftover mixed spray solution for later use.
Do not reuse empty containers for household or farm storage.
Storage Temperature: Follow the storage instructions printed on the product pack.
Shelf Life: Check the pack label before use.
Product Specification:
Specifications | Details |
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Product Name | Godrej Hitweed herbicide |
Brand Name | Godrej Agrovet Limited |
Hitweed Herbicide Technical Name | Pyrithiobac Sodium 10% EC |
Formulation Type | EC, Emulsifiable Concentrate |
Chemical Group | Pyrimidinyl carboxy herbicide |
Mode of Action | Systemic action; inhibits acetolactate synthase and stops amino acid formation in weeds |
IRAC Group | Not applicable, because this is a herbicide |
HRAC / WSSA Group | Group 2, ALS inhibitor |
Selectivity | Selective herbicide for cotton |
Time of Application | Post-emergence weed application |
Recommended For | Cotton |
Pack Sizes Available | 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L |
Country of Origin | India |
Shelf Life | Check pack label |
Pre-Harvest Interval | Follow crop-wise label guidance |
Application Method | Foliar spray on weeds |
Recommended Dose | 250 to 300 ml per acre; up to 450 ml per acre as per label and weed pressure |
Target Weeds | Trianthema sp., Digera sp., Celosia argentea, Amaranthus sp., and other listed broadleaf weeds |
Product Category | Herbicide |
