01What is Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG?+
Darati is a herbicide manufactured by Deep Soil Agrology Limited, containing Imazethapyr 70% as a water dispersible granule (WG) formulation. Crop-wise use, application rates and dilution guidance are provided below. Use only as directed on the approved product label.
02Which crops and pests are listed for Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG?+
Soybean (2-3 leaf stage of weeds) — Cyperus rotundus, Echinochloa spp., Dinebra retroflexa, Digera spp., Brachiaria mutica, Commelina benghalensis, Commelina communis, Euphorbia geniculata, Cyanotis axillaris
03What application rates are listed for Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG?+
Soybean (2-3 leaf stage of weeds) — Cyperus rotundus, Echinochloa spp., Dinebra retroflexa, Digera spp., Brachiaria mutica, Commelina benghalensis, Commelina communis, Euphorbia geniculata, Cyanotis axillaris: 28.3 g A.I. 40.5 g + surfactant (Cyspread) 1.5 ml/L + ammonium sulphate 2 g/L of water formulation; water dilution: 202; waiting period: 56 days
04What are the listed features of Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG?+
Contains Imazethapyr 70% as the active ingredient; Formulated as a Water Dispersible Granule (WG); Herbicide category product for weed management; Registered use in soybean; Controls grassy, sedge and broad-leaved weeds; Applied with a surfactant and ammonium sulphate; ALS-inhibiting mode of action
05How does Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG work?+
Imazethapyr is an imidazolinone herbicide that inhibits the acetolactate synthase (ALS) enzyme, which is required for the biosynthesis of the branched-chain amino acids valine, leucine and isoleucine in plants. Blocking this enzyme halts cell division and growth, leading to the gradual death of susceptible weeds. Imazethapyr is classified under HRAC/WSSA Group 2 (ALS inhibitors).
06How should Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG be applied?+
Darati (Imazethapyr 70% WG) is diluted in the recommended volume of water together with the specified surfactant and ammonium sulphate, and applied as a post-emergence foliar spray at the 2–3 leaf stage of weeds in soybean, using standard knapsack or boom sprayers, following the approved product label.
07What safety guidance applies to Darati – Imazethapyr 70% WG?+
Use strictly as per the directions on the approved product label
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during mixing and spraying
Avoid spray drift onto sensitive or non-target crops
Keep out of reach of children and away from food, feed, and water sources
Store in a cool, dry place in original packaging