Product Name: Lojas
Technical Name: Mesotrione 2.27% + Atrazine 22.7% SC
Product Type: Herbicide
Brand Name: Gharda Chemicals Ltd
Product Overview:
Lojas is a selective pre- and post-emergence herbicide formulated with Mesotrione 2.27% and Atrazine 22.7%. It effectively controls a wide spectrum of broad-leaved and grass weeds in maize (corn), offering both contact and systemic action. Lojas is designed to be safe for maize while targeting susceptible weeds.
Summary:
| Feature |
Details |
| Formulation Type |
Suspension Concentrate (SC) |
| Mode of Action |
Contact and systemic; inhibits HPPD enzyme in weeds |
| Target Crop |
Maize (Zea mays) |
| Target Weeds |
Broad-leaved and grass weeds |
| Application Timing |
Pre- and post-emergence |
| Dosage |
Refer to product label for specific recommendations |
| Application Method |
Foliar spray |
| Packaging Sizes |
700 ml, 1.4 L |
| Safety |
Moderately toxic; no specific antidote known; apply symptomatic therapy |
Benefits:
- Effective broad-spectrum control of grass and broad-leaved weeds in maize.
- Pre- and post-emergence action ensures flexibility in application.
- Selective for maize, safe for the crop when used as directed.
- Combination of contact and systemic action for thorough weed control.
- Reduces competition, improving nutrient and water uptake for higher yields.
- Improves crop uniformity and quality by minimizing weed stress.
