Racer KE

Professional Weed Control from the Start

For growers focusing on crops like carrots, sunflowers, or potatoes, the early stage of development is the most critical time for weed management. Racer KE, manufactured by Adama Agan Ltd., Israel, is a systemic soil-applied herbicide designed to handle weed pressure before it even begins to compete with the crop.

Key Advantages of Racer KE

The active ingredient, fluorochloridone, works by inhibiting the synthesis of carotenoids in weeds. This leads to the characteristic bleaching effect in young weeds, resulting in rapid control of broadleaf species such as ragweed, lambsquarters, pigweed, and black nightshade.

• High Selectivity: It provides targeted protection for specific crops without causing stress or phytotoxicity when applied correctly.
• Systemic Action: Unlike surface-contact treatments, this soil herbicide is absorbed by the roots and germinating shoots of weeds, ensuring long-lasting defense.
• Flexible Dosage: With a rate of 2–3 L/ha, the product is an economical solution for large-scale agricultural operations.

Practical Application for Farm Success

As a pre-emergence herbicide, Racer KE should be applied immediately after sowing but before the crop seedlings emerge. The efficacy of the product depends heavily on soil moisture, which helps the active ingredient create a uniform protective layer in the topsoil. Since the product is labeled for a single application per season, timing and precision during spraying are essential. By neutralizing weeds at the most vulnerable stage, farmers can effectively preserve soil moisture and essential nutrients for their crops, ensuring a uniform and healthy stand from day one.