Leafdrop v.r.k., (Dicquat 150 g/l)

Managing Sunflower Desiccation: Working with «Listopad»

When harvest time approaches, the priority is to standardize seed moisture and stop the progression of head diseases.

Operational Insights

The product comes as a water-soluble concentrate, which is easy to handle during tank mixing. Since it is a non-selective contact herbicide, coverage quality is paramount. Whether using aerial application or ground sprayers, the nozzle calibration must ensure uniform droplets to avoid leaving green patches in the field.

Performance and Efficiency

• Speed of Action: The wilting effect is visible within days, significantly speeding up the drying of the plant canopy.
• Harvest Optimization: By drying the stalks and heads, the combine moves through the field much more efficiently, reducing mechanical strain and harvest losses.
• Ease of Handling: As a Class 3 hazard material, it requires standard protective equipment but remains a highly predictable tool for farm operators.

The product from Zhejiang Agrin Company Ltd. delivers consistent concentration and performance. For best results, operators should time the application carefully to ensure the herbicide has sufficient days of sunlight before anticipated rainfall. It effectively turns green, wet sunflowers into ready-to-thresh crops, making the logistical side of harvest significantly smoother.