Pendigan KE

Why «Pendigan KE» is the foundation for soil protection

When you are managing fields of vegetables or industrial crops, weeds are the biggest headache. «Pendigan KE» from the Israeli company Adama Agan Ltd. has become for me the essential «foundation» upon which the entire protection system is built. This is a soil-applied herbicide that works ahead of the curve: when you apply it to the field before emergence, it creates a protective barrier that blocks weed seed germination.

Practical application experience

In the field, «Pendigan KE» has proven itself as a reliable, selective tool. The main advantage is that it «frees up your hands» at the beginning of the season. While the crop is still gathering strength, the herbicide stands guard against a wide range of annual broadleaf and grass weeds.

• Crops: Onions, garlic, carrots, soybeans, sunflowers, peas, potatoes, corn.
• Application rate: 3–6 L/ha. It is important to remember that the rate heavily depends on soil type and weed pressure. On heavier soils with high organic matter, I always stick to the higher end of the range.
• Method of application: Pre-emergence only. This is a critical moment: the soil must be well-prepared, without large clods, so that the product lays down as an even film.

Important operational nuances

The emulsifiable concentrate formulation is easy to mix. It doesn't cause issues in the sprayer, provided you perform quality cleaning of the equipment after finishing the job. Being a Class 3 hazard level, it requires standard safety measures: a respirator, protective clothing, and wind control to prevent drift onto neighboring areas.

It is important to remember that «Pendigan KE» is a «solo» tactic: only one application per season. This forces me to carefully plan the timing for field entry. However, if you hit the right moisture window, the effectiveness of weed control at the start justifies all the effort. For those who value predictability and clean fields in the early stages, this Adama product is a professional choice without unnecessary experimentation.