Description

Adama Uxmal Herbicide (Glufosinate Ammonium 13.5% w/w SL)

Category: Non-selective Contact Herbicide
Manufacturer: Adama India
Technical Name: Glufosinate Ammonium 13.5% w/w SL
Formulation Type: Soluble Liquid (SL)
Mode of Action: Contact and translocation herbicide inhibiting glutamine synthetase

Product Overview

Adama Uxmal Herbicide is a broad-spectrum, non-selective contact herbicide that effectively controls a wide range of annual and perennial weeds including both broadleaf and grassy weeds.
It is based on Glufosinate Ammonium 13.5% w/w SL, a powerful molecule that kills weeds by inhibiting glutamine synthetase, leading to rapid plant desiccation.

Mode of Action

Glufosinate Ammonium acts by inhibiting the enzyme glutamine synthetase, which leads to accumulation of ammonia in plant tissues, disrupting photosynthesis and cell metabolism.
As a result, weeds wilt, turn brown, and die within a few days after application.

Unlike systemic herbicides such as glyphosate, Uxmal acts mainly as a contact herbicide, meaning it kills only the plant parts it touches — ensuring safety to non-target plants when applied carefully.

Key Benefits

✅ Broad-spectrum weed control – Kills a wide variety of annual and perennial weeds.
✅ Fast action – Visible weed control within 3–5 days of spraying.
✅ Ideal for herbicide-tolerant cotton and maize (HT crops).
✅ Non-selective – Controls both grasses and broadleaf weeds.
✅ Effective even on glyphosate-resistant weeds.
✅ Degrades quickly in soil, ensuring no residual toxicity for the next crop.
✅ Suitable for directed spray applications in orchards and plantations.

Target Weeds Controlled

Broadleaf Weeds: Amaranthus spp., Trianthema portulacastrum, Parthenium hysterophorus, Euphorbia hirta
Grassy Weeds: Echinochloa colona, Dactyloctenium aegyptium, Cynodon dactylon, Eleusine indica
Sedges: Cyperus rotundus, Cyperus iria

Recommended Crops and Uses

Application Guidelines

• Apply on actively growing weeds for best results.

• Avoid spraying during rain or when rain is expected within 6 hours.

• Use flat fan or flood jet nozzles for uniform coverage.

• Do not mix with other herbicides or fertilizers in the tank.

• Avoid drift onto desirable crops, as it may cause phytotoxicity.

Safety Precautions

⚠️ Handle with care.

• Wear protective clothing, gloves, and face shield during mixing and spraying.

• Do not spray in windy conditions.

• Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after use.

• Keep away from food, feed, and drinking water sources.

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from children and animals.

Compatibility

• Compatible with most non-alkaline adjuvants and surfactants.

• Do not mix with glyphosate or other strong alkaline herbicides unless compatibility is confirmed.

Resistance Management

To delay the development of resistance:

• Rotate with herbicides having different modes of action (e.g., PPO inhibitors, ALS inhibitors).

• Use as part of an Integrated Weed Management (IWM) program that includes cultural and mechanical control methods.

Storage and Shelf Life

• Store in original, tightly sealed container away from sunlight and moisture.

• Shelf life: 2 years from the date of manufacture under standard conditions.

Advantages to Farmers

🌾 Provides quick and clean weed control even in hard-to-manage areas.
🌾 Ideal for minimum tillage and conservation agriculture.
🌾 No residual effect on succeeding crops.
🌾 Cost-effective and labor-saving weed management.
🌾 Enhances crop vigor by removing weed competition for nutrients and water.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Adama Uxmal Herbicide used for?
A1. It is used for post-emergence control of a wide range of broadleaf and grassy weeds in crops like cotton, maize, tea, and sugarcane.

Q2. How long does it take to see results?
A2. Visible weed drying starts within 3–5 days after application.

Q3. Can it be used in all crops?
A3. It is a non-selective herbicide, so it should only be used in HT crops or for directed spraying in orchards and plantations.

Q4. Is it safe for soil and next crops?
A4. Yes, Uxmal breaks down quickly in soil and leaves no harmful residues.

Q5. Can it control glyphosate-resistant weeds?
A5. Yes, it is effective against weeds resistant to glyphosate, offering an excellent alternative.

Conclusion

Adama Uxmal Herbicide (Glufosinate Ammonium 13.5% w/w SL) is a powerful, fast-acting, and versatile herbicide ideal for broad-spectrum weed control in cotton, maize, tea, and plantation crops.
Its contact action, rapid desiccation effect, and environmental safety make it a preferred choice for modern farmers aiming for clean and healthy fields.