PI Awkira Pyroxasulfone 85% WG Herbicide

Name: PI Awkira Pyroxasulfone 85% WG Herbicide
Brand: PI Industries
SKU: KS1761384705230
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Brand: PI Industries

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PI Awkira (Pyroxasulfone 85% WG) – Pre-Emergent Herbicide for Effective Weed Control in Wheat

PI Awkira is a next-generation pre-emergent herbicide formulated with Pyroxasulfone 85% WG. It is specially designed for the management of resistant Phalaris minor in wheat crop. Awkira provides one-shot season-long control with excellent crop safety and eliminates the challenges associated with post-emergence herbicide application.

Product Specifications

Technical Content	Pyroxasulfone 85% WG
Formulation Type	Water Dispersible Granules (WG)
Type	Pre-Emergent Herbicide
Mode of Action	Inhibits the biosynthesis of very long chain fatty acids (VLCFAs), disrupting cell division and causing weed death at the germination stage.
Target Crops	Wheat, Maize, Soybean
Target Weeds	Echinochloa crusgalli, Eleusine indica, Phyllanthus niruri, Amaranthus viridis, Celosia argentea, Digera arvensis, Echinochloa colonum, Trianthema portulacastrum, Phalaris minor
Recommended Dose	60 g per acre
Application Method	Pre-emergent soil application using a knapsack sprayer with flat fan nozzle or PI spray machine
Manufacturer	PI Industries Ltd.

Key Benefits

One-Shot Solution: Effectively controls resistant Phalaris minor with a single pre-emergent application.
Season-Long Protection: Provides residual control throughout the crop growth period.
Excellent Crop Safety: Safe for wheat crop even under varying field conditions.
Ease of Application: Eliminates post-emergence spraying hassles, reducing labor and time.
Improved Yield Potential: Minimizes crop-weed competition, allowing better resource utilization and higher yield.

Application & Dosage

Crops: Wheat, Maize, Soybean
Target Weeds: Phalaris minor, Echinochloa crusgalli, Amaranthus viridis, Eleusine indica, and other resistant weeds
Recommended Dose: 60 g per acre
Application Method: Apply as a pre-emergent soil spray using recommended water volume and equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What makes PI Awkira effective against resistant Phalaris minor?
A1: Its active ingredient Pyroxasulfone inhibits VLCFA biosynthesis, preventing weed emergence and growth at the early stage.

Q2: When should Awkira be applied?
A2: Awkira should be applied pre-emergence — after sowing but before crop and weed emergence.

Q3: Can Awkira be used in other crops besides wheat?
A3: Yes, it is also suitable for maize and soybean fields where similar weed species occur.

Q4: What is the crop safety profile of Awkira?
A4: Awkira is safe for wheat and shows excellent selectivity when used as per label recommendations.

Disclaimer: The information above is intended for reference only. Always follow the directions and safety guidelines provided on the product label and leaflet.