Basf Pursuit Herbicide - Imazethapyr 10% SL + Surfactant

Selective Early Post-Emergence Herbicide for Grassy and Broadleaf Weed Control

BASF Pursuit is a selective, systemic herbicide containing Imazethapyr 10% SL with surfactant. It is developed for effective control of grassy and broadleaf weeds in soybean, groundnut and pulse crops. Pursuit is recommended as an early post-emergence treatment when weeds are young and actively growing.

The herbicide is absorbed through weed leaves and roots and moves to the growing points. It inhibits essential amino acid synthesis, stopping weed growth and reducing competition for water, nutrients and sunlight during the critical crop-establishment stage.

Product Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

• Controls grassy as well as broadleaf weeds.
• Suitable for soybean, groundnut and major pulse crops.
• Systemic action controls weeds from growing points.
• Best suited for early post-emergence application.
• Added surfactant supports better spreading and absorption.
• Reduces competition for nutrients, moisture and sunlight.
• Helps maintain cleaner fields during early crop growth.
• Supports healthier crop establishment and improved yield potential.

Recommended Crops

• Soybean
• Groundnut
• Black Gram (Urad)
• Green Gram (Moong)
• Red Gram (Pigeon Pea / Tur)

Target Weeds

Mode of Action

Imazethapyr is absorbed by both weed foliage and roots and translocated to the meristematic tissues. It inhibits the Acetolactate Synthase (ALS/AHAS) enzyme, which is required for the production of branched-chain amino acids.

• Stops synthesis of valine, leucine and isoleucine.
• Prevents protein formation and cell division.
• Stops weed growth soon after application.
• Causes gradual yellowing, suppression and eventual weed death.

Application Timing

Why Choose BASF Pursuit?

BASF Pursuit offers reliable early post-emergence control of both grassy and broadleaf weeds in important oilseed and pulse crops. Its systemic ALS-inhibiting action helps reduce early weed competition, supporting better crop growth and improved farm productivity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is BASF Pursuit?

It is a selective systemic herbicide containing Imazethapyr 10% SL with surfactant.

Q2. Which crops is it recommended for?

It is recommended for soybean, groundnut, black gram, green gram and red gram.

Q3. Which weeds does it control?

It controls susceptible grassy and broadleaf weeds in recommended crops.

Q4. When should Pursuit be applied?

Apply as an early post-emergence herbicide when weeds are at the 1–2 leaf stage.

Q5. How does it work?

It inhibits the ALS enzyme, stopping amino acid production, protein synthesis and weed growth.

Q6. Is it a systemic herbicide?

Yes. It is absorbed through leaves and roots and moves to weed-growing points.

Q7. Does it contain a surfactant?

Yes. The formulation includes a surfactant to support better spreading and absorption.

Q8. Can Pursuit increase crop yield?

Effective early weed control can reduce crop competition and support improved yield potential, depending on field conditions and crop management.

Disclaimer

Always read and follow the original product label before use. Apply only on recommended crops at the prescribed dosage and timing. Herbicide performance may vary depending on weed species, weed stage, soil moisture and environmental conditions.