UPL Vesta is a selective post-emergence herbicide developed for wheat. Vesta herbicide contains Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP and controls both grassy and broadleaf weeds. UPL Vesta herbicide works through systemic action and combines two different modes of action for wider weed control. Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP is recommended when weeds are actively growing.
Key Features and Benefits of UPL Vesta:
Broad-Weed Control: UPL Vesta herbicide controls important grassy and broadleaf weeds together.
Selective Action: UPL Vesta herbicide is designed for selective weed management in wheat when used as recommended.
Systemic Action: Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP moves inside weeds and stops their growth.
Quick Weed Response: UPL Vesta herbicide can stop weed growth in about 48 hours. Visible drying generally develops over the following days.
Reduces Weed Competition: Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP helps reduce competition for water, nutrients, light, and space.
Vesta Herbicide Uses:
Vesta herbicide uses include controlling grassy and broadleaf weeds in wheat.
Grassy Weeds: Phalaris minor, Avena fatua
Broadleaf Weeds: Chenopodium album, Medicago denticulata, Fumaria parviflora, Vicia sativa, Rumex spp., Anagallis arvensis, Coronopus didymus, Lathyrus spp., Melilotus spp., Convolvulus arvensis
UPL Vesta herbicide is intended for wheat only under the registered recommendation. Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP should not be used on crops other than those specified on the label.
Vesta Herbicide Dose:
The recommended Vesta herbicide dose is 160 g per acre with 500 ml surfactant in 150 litres of water. Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP is applied at 400 g of formulation per hectare, as per the registered recommendation.
Crop | Target Weeds | Dose / Acre | Per 15 L Pump | Application Method | PHI |
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Wheat | Phalaris minor, Avena fatua, Chenopodium album, Medicago denticulata, Fumaria parviflora, Vicia sativa, Rumex spp., Anagallis arvensis, Coronopus didymus, Lathyrus spp., Melilotus spp., Convolvulus arvensis | 160 g + 500 ml surfactant | 16 g + 50 ml surfactant | Post-emergence Spray | 100 days |
Note: The 15-litre pump quantity is calculated from 160 g product and 500 ml surfactant in 150 litres of water per acre. Follow the registered product label for the recommended application.
How to Use UPL Vesta:
Measure UPL Vesta according to the cultivated area.
Add clean water to the spray tank.
Mix the required Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP properly.
Add the recommended surfactant and mix thoroughly.
Spray uniformly across the wheat field.
Apply when weeds are in the 2 to 6 leaf stage.
Avoid spraying during strong wind or unfavorable weather.
Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP should be applied around 35 days after sowing according to the registered recommendation.
Best Time to Apply:
Apply UPL Vesta herbicide around 35 days after sowing when target weeds are young and actively growing. Vesta herbicide is recommended when weeds are generally at the 2 to 6 leaf stage.
Frequency of Application and Compatibility:
Frequency: Use UPL Vesta herbicide as a single post-emergence treatment during the recommended weed-control stage.
Surfactant: Use the recommended surfactant quantity with the product.
Compatibility: Avoid mixing Vesta herbicide with other products unless compatibility is confirmed.
Crop Safety: Use Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP only on the specified crop.
Resistance Management: Rotate herbicide modes of action where suitable and combine chemical control with other weed-management practices.
Safety Precautions and Handling:
Wear gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and a mask while handling UPL Vesta.
Avoid direct contact with Vesta herbicide and the spray mixture.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during application.
Avoid inhaling spray mist.
Keep children and animals away from the treated area.
Prevent spray drift to nearby crops and water sources.
Wash hands and exposed skin after use.
Storage Instructions:
Store Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP in its original sealed container.
Keep UPL Vesta herbicide in a cool, dry place.
Protect the product from moisture and direct sunlight.
Keep away from food, animal feed, medicines, and drinking water.
Store Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP out of reach of children and animals.
Product Specification:
Specification | Details |
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Product Name | UPL Vesta Herbicide |
Brand | UPL Limited |
Category | Selective Post-Emergence Herbicide |
Vesta Herbicide Technical Name | Clodinafop Propargyl 15% + Metsulfuron Methyl 1% WP |
Formulation | Wettable Powder |
Mode of Action | ACCase and ALS Inhibitor |
Recommended Crop | Wheat |
Target Weeds | Grassy and broadleaf weeds |
Dose | 160 g per acre + 500 ml surfactant |
Water Volume | 150 litres per acre |
Per 15 L Pump | 16 g + 50 ml surfactant |
Application Method | Post-emergence Spray |
Pack Sizes Available | 160 gm |
Crop Stage | Around 35 days after sowing |
Weed Stage | 2 to 6 leaf stage |
PHI | 100 days |
Country of Origin | India |
