Tata Taarak is a selective, systemic, broad-spectrum, post-emergence herbicide that is effective against a wide range of weeds, including grasses, sedges, and broadleaf. This herbicide works by targeting an essential enzyme, which leads to cessation of weed growth. The Tata Taarak herbicide is safe to use and has rainfast properties, making it very effective for weed removal.
Key Features and Benefits of Taarak Herbicide:
Broad-Spectrum: Tata Taarak herbicide controls 3 major weed categories like grasses, sedges, and broadleaf, making it highly versatile.
Selective Action: Taarak herbicide offers high selective action, ensuring crop safety while targeting weeds.
Rainfast Application: Tata Taarak herbicide is absorbed after some time of application, and cannot be washed away by the rain easily.
Dual Uptake: This herbicide, when applied, is quickly absorbed through leaves and roots for dual absorption.
Easy to Use: The Tata Taarak herbicide can be mixed easily with water and applied simply for hassle-free application.
Taarak Herbicide Uses — Target Weeds and Crop:
Taarak Herbicide Uses cover all major weed categories in transplanted Paddy:
Grassy Weeds: Echinochloa crus-galli (Barnyard Grass / Swarna), Echinochloa colona (Jungle Rice), Leptochloa chinensis (Chinese Sprangletop), Dactyloctenium aegyptium (Crowfoot Grass)
Sedges: Cyperus rotundus (Motha / Nutsedge), Cyperus difformis (Rice Flatsedge), Cyperus iria, Fimbristylis miliacea
Broadleaf Weeds: Eclipta alba (Bhringraj), Monochoria vaginalis, Sphenoclea zeylanica, Ludwigia spp., Caesulia axillaris
Registered Crop: Paddy (Rice) — transplanted, direct-seeded, and rice nursery
Tata Taarak Dose — Recommended Dose:
The Taarak Herbicide Dose Per Litre is 0.5–0.6 ml per litre of water — equivalent to 100–120 ml per acre in 150–200 litres of water and 7.5–9 ml per 15L pump.
Crop | Target Weeds | Dose Per Acre | Per 15L Pump | Timing | PHI |
Paddy (Transplanted) | Grasses, Sedges, Broadleaf Weeds | 100–120 ml | 7.5–9 ml | 15–25 days after transplanting — weeds at 2–5 leaf stage | As per label |
Paddy (Direct-Seeded) | Grasses, Sedges, Broadleaf Weeds | 100–120 ml | 7.5–9 ml | 15–20 days after sowing — weeds at 2–5 leaf stage | As per label |
How To Use Tata Taarak Herbicide:
Drain the paddy field water completely before spraying Taarak herbicide — weeds must be fully exposed above the waterline for adequate spray contact and leaf absorption.
Measure 100–120 ml of Tata Taarak per acre as per the dose table above.
Add to a sprayer tank with 150–200 litres of clean water and mix well before applying.
Use a flat fan nozzle for uniform broadcast coverage — do not use hollow cone nozzles that concentrate spray in spots.
Apply when weeds are at the 2–5 leaf stage — do not spray after the 5-leaf weed stage as efficacy drops sharply with weed maturity.
Wait 48–72 hours after spraying before reflooding the field with 3–5 cm of water — standing water after this interval suppresses new weed flushes after the initial kill.
Do not apply Taarak herbicide if rain is expected within 6 hours of spraying.
Slight temporary yellowing of rice leaves may occur after application — the crop recovers fully within 10–14 days without yield loss.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply Tata Taarak in the early morning or late evening. For transplanted Paddy, apply 15–25 days after transplanting. For direct-seeded rice, apply 15–20 days after sowing. Always target the 2–5 weed leaf stage — early, timely application gives the cleanest weed kill and the longest weed-free period for the crop.
Frequency of Application and Re-Entry Period:
Frequency of Application: One well-timed post-emergence application at the 2–5 weed leaf stage is generally sufficient for season-long weed management in transplanted Paddy. A second application may be needed if a new flush of late-emerging weeds appears after the residual period.
Re-Entry Period: Do not enter the treated paddy field for at least 12 hours after spraying without proper protective gear. Allow the spray to settle fully before walking through the treated field.
Tank-Mix Compatibility: Taarak herbicide is compatible with most insecticides and fungicides. Maintain a 4–7 day gap between Tata Taarak and other ALS inhibitor herbicides to avoid rice stunting. Always perform a jar test before mixing with unfamiliar products.
Important Notes:
Apply Taarak herbicide only to Paddy — it will damage non-rice crops if spray drift reaches adjacent fields.
Do not reduce the spray water volume below 150 litres per acre.
Slight temporary yellowing of rice after application is normal and recovers fully within 10–14 days.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Wear gloves, goggles, and a face mask before handling or spraying Taarak 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 adjacent non-paddy crops or neighbouring fields.
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 Tata Taarak in its original sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Keep away from food, animal feed, and seeds.
Store out of reach of children and farm animals.
Storage Temperature: Below 35°C.
Shelf Life: As indicated on the product label.
Product Specifications:
Specification | Details |
Product Name | Tata Taarak Herbicide |
Brand | Tata Rallis |
Taarak Herbicide Technical Name | Bispyribac Sodium 10% SC (Suspension Concentrate) |
Chemical Class | Pyrimidinyl Oxybenzoate |
HRAC Group | B — ALS / AHAS Inhibitor (HRAC Group 2) |
Mode of Action | Selective Systemic Post-Emergence — ALS enzyme inhibition → blocks branched-chain amino acid synthesis → weed growth arrest → yellowing → complete weed death in 10–14 days |
Selectivity | Selective — safe for Paddy (Rice); metabolised inside rice plants |
Rain-Fast Period | 6 hours after application |
Application Method | Flat Fan Nozzle Broadcast Spray |
Dose | 100–120 ml per acre (0.5–0.6 ml per litre of water) |
Pack Sizes Available | 100 ml, 200 ml, 500 ml, 1 Litre |
Country of Origin | India |
Shelf Life | As indicated on the product label |
Pre-Harvest Interval | As indicated on the product label |