DESCRIPTION
Sahib Tembo Tembotrione 34.4% SC Herbicide Details :
- Sahib Tembo is a specialized post-emergence herbicide featuring Tembotrione 34.4% SC as its active ingredient. Designed specifically for maize (corn) cultivation, this formulation offers rapid and effective control of both broadleaf and grassy weeds, making it an essential tool for modern crop protection.
Key Functional Highlights
- Mode of Action: Inhibits 4-HPPD enzyme, disrupting carotenoid synthesis, causing weed bleaching and death.
- Selective Weed Control: Targets unwanted weeds while remaining safe for maize crops.
- Rainfast Action: Absorbs quickly and remains effective even after rainfall.
- Broad Spectrum: Controls both grassy and broadleaf weeds in one go.
- Flexible Application Window: Can be used from early to late post-emergence stages (2–4 leaf stage of weeds).
Usage & Application
- Crop: Maize (corn)
- Stage: Apply within 12–15 days of sowing, during the 2–4 leaf stage of weed growth.
- Conditions: Apply under optimal soil moisture for best results.
- Surfactant: Recommended for improved coverage and absorption.
Why Choose Sahib Tembo?
- Sahib Tembo combines high selectivity, strong weed knockdown power, and flexibility in timing to give farmers greater control during the critical early stages of crop development. It's a reliable solution trusted by maize growers for cleaner fields and higher yields.
Technical Information
| Brand |
Sahib |
| Technical Name |
Tembotrione 34.4% SC |
| Type |
Post-Emergence Selective Herbicide |
| Formulation |
Suspension Concentrate (SC) |
| Recommended Crop |
Maize (Corn) |
| Target Weeds |
Broadleaf & Grassy Weeds |
FAQs for the product of Sahib Tembo Herbicide (Tembotrione 34.4% SC)
Q1. What is Sahib Tembo used for?
A: It’s a selective, post-emergence herbicide designed to control both broadleaf and grassy weeds in maize (corn), significantly reducing crop competition
Q2. How does Tembotrione work?
A: It inhibits the plant enzyme HPPD, disrupting carotenoid synthesis. This causes chlorophyll degradation, leading to weed bleaching and death
Q3. When should it be applied?
A: Apply 20–30 days after sowing, when weeds are actively growing (usually at 2–4 leaf stage)
Q4. How much should be used per acre?
A: Typically 114–286 ml per acre, diluted in ~200 L water. Exact dosage depends on weed pressure and field conditions
Q5. Is a surfactant necessary?
A: Yes. Using a suitable surfactant enhances spray spread and herbicide uptake, improving effectiveness
Q6. How long before harvest should application be done?
A: Maintain a waiting period of approximately 55 days, especially in maize
Q7. Can this herbicide be used on all maize varieties?
A: Yes. It is safe for all maize varieties, including hybrids, and poses no variety restrictions .
