Mortira, WG herbicide Tribenuron-methyl

Precision Weed Control in Cereals

Maintaining high yields in winter and spring wheat or barley requires early intervention against broad-leaved weeds. «Mortira, WG», produced by CJSC «August-Bel», is a reliable systemic herbicide powered by tribenuron-methyl, designed to provide clean fields during the critical stages of crop development.

Target Weeds and Field Performance

This selective herbicide is engineered to combat a broad spectrum of invasive weeds that threaten nutrient uptake and soil moisture in cereal fields. Key targets include:

• Problematic perennials like Cirsium arvense (Canada thistle).
• Aggressive annuals such as Galium aparine (cleavers), Chenopodium album (fat-hen), and Amaranthus retroflexus (redroot pigweed).
• Early-season competitors like Thlaspi arvense (field pennycress), Capsella bursa-pastoris (shepherd's purse), and Stellaria media (common chickweed).

Best Practices for Agronomists

As a post-emergence herbicide, Mortira acts systemically by inhibiting plant cell division. Once applied to the leaves, it translocates through the weed, causing rapid growth cessation. For farm management, this product is highly efficient due to its flexible application window and easy-to-use water-dispersible granule formulation.

Technical Field Notes:

• Application Rate: 0.015–0.05 kg/ha, adjustable based on weed growth stage and density.
• Season Protocol: Maximum of 1 application per season is recommended for optimal control.
• Selectivity: Being a selective herbicide, it effectively eliminates weeds without posing phytotoxic risks to the crops, provided the manufacturer's guidelines are followed.

Operating under hazard class 3, Mortira offers a balanced solution between efficacy and safety protocols. It is an ideal choice for producers focused on efficient cereal management who prioritize field cleanliness without compromising crop safety or worrying about residual effects in crop rotation.