Desiccant Air

Dehydration Technology: Technical Analysis

"Desikant Eir" by "Ukravit Science Park" is formulated on the basis of diquat (diquat dibromide). From a technical standpoint, this is a non-selective contact herbicide that acts as a powerful cellular membrane oxidant. Once applied to the leaf surface, the chemical forces the rapid breakdown of chlorophyll and cellular walls, inducing accelerated moisture loss across the entire vegetative mass.

Why Contact Action Matters in Post-Harvest Management

Unlike systemic herbicides, "Desikant Eir" does not translocate through the plant's vascular system. For an agronomist, this provides two distinct operational benefits: first, the risk of residual accumulation in the grain is minimized, allowing for harvest as soon as 7 days after application. Second, the product works precisely where it lands, which is essential for uniform desiccation of weeds and crops, regardless of their internal transport efficiency.

Application and Performance Factors

• Suitable Crops: Winter rapeseed, soybeans, sunflower, peas, and cereals.
• Operational Dosage: The application rate ranges from 1.0 to 2.0 L/ha. The aqueous solution formulation ensures rapid solubility within the spray tank and uniform droplet distribution across the leaf surface.
• Moisture Control: The desiccation process triggers immediately as the water evaporates from the droplet, making it a critical tool during unpredictable autumn weather or when rapid harvester entry is required.

Following a 3rd class hazard classification, standard protective measures are required during handling. To achieve peak efficacy, ensure the spray volume is sufficient to completely wet the target aerial plant parts. A single application is usually sufficient to hit target grain moisture levels, directly reducing energy costs for subsequent elevator drying.