Agriventure Tembo Herbicide - Tembotrione 34.4% SC

Post-Emergence Herbicide for Effective Weed Control in Maize

Agriventure Tembo (Tembotrione 34.4% SC) is a selective, systemic post-emergence herbicide specially developed for controlling annual grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds in maize. It rapidly enters actively growing weeds through foliage and inhibits the 4-HPPD (4-Hydroxyphenylpyruvate Dioxygenase) enzyme, resulting in characteristic bleaching of weeds followed by complete weed death.

Its advanced HPPD inhibitor technology delivers broad-spectrum weed control with excellent crop safety, rainfast performance and long-lasting residual activity, helping maize crops grow without weed competition during critical growth stages.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Excellent post-emergence control of grassy and broadleaf weeds.
• Advanced HPPD inhibitor technology for rapid weed suppression.
• Characteristic bleaching of susceptible weeds within 3–5 days.
• Highly selective and safe for maize crops.
• Rainfast shortly after application.
• Long-lasting weed control with fewer repeat applications.
• Reduces competition for nutrients, moisture and sunlight.
• Supports vigorous crop growth and improved yield potential.

Recommended Crops

• Field Maize
• Sweet Corn
• Fodder Maize

Target Weeds

Mode of Action

Tembotrione is rapidly absorbed through weed foliage and translocated throughout the plant. It inhibits the 4-HPPD enzyme, preventing carotenoid synthesis that protects chlorophyll from sunlight.

• Rapid foliar absorption by actively growing weeds.
• Blocks the HPPD enzyme responsible for carotenoid production.
• Destroys chlorophyll due to photooxidation.
• Produces characteristic bleaching of leaves.
• Results in complete drying and death of susceptible weeds.

Application Timing

• Apply as a post-emergence herbicide.
• Recommended approximately 15–25 days after sowing.
• Spray when weeds are young and actively growing.
• Ensure adequate soil moisture for best results.

Recommended Dosage

Method of Application

• Prepare the recommended quantity in clean water.
• Mix thoroughly before spraying.
• Apply as a uniform foliar spray using a suitable flat-fan nozzle.
• Avoid spray drift to nearby sensitive crops.
• Do not spray before heavy rainfall or during strong winds.

Why Choose Agriventure Tembo?

Agriventure Tembo offers advanced HPPD inhibitor technology for superior post-emergence weed management in maize. Its rapid bleaching action, excellent crop safety, rainfast property and extended weed control help farmers maintain weed-free fields and maximize maize productivity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Agriventure Tembo?

It is a selective post-emergence herbicide containing Tembotrione 34.4% SC.

Q2. Which crops is it recommended for?

It is recommended for field maize, sweet corn and fodder maize.

Q3. Which weeds does it control?

It controls annual grassy weeds such as Echinochloa and Brachiaria, along with broadleaf weeds like Trianthema.

Q4. How does Tembo work?

It inhibits the HPPD enzyme, preventing carotenoid formation and causing bleaching followed by weed death.

Q5. When should it be applied?

Apply as a post-emergence spray approximately 15–25 days after sowing when weeds are actively growing.

Q6. Is it rainfast?

Yes. Once absorbed, it provides good resistance to rainfall occurring shortly after application.

Q7. What is the recommended dosage?

Use 11.5 ml per 15 litres of water or 115 ml per acre.

Q8. Why choose Agriventure Tembo?

It provides rapid bleaching action, broad-spectrum weed control, long-lasting efficacy and excellent crop safety for maize cultivation.

Disclaimer

Always read and follow the product label before use. Apply only on recommended crops at the specified dose and growth stage. Herbicide performance may vary depending on weed species, environmental conditions and field management practices.