S-Metolachlor
Trade Names: Dual Magnum, Dual II Magnum
Group 15
Site of Action: Conjugation of acetyl co-enyme A.
Symptoms
Following PRE emergent application:
- Seedlings fail to emerge
Following POST emergent application:
- Seedlings are deformed
- Leaves may be trapped or emerge underground
Uptake and Translocation
- Absorbed by germinating grasses mainly through shoot just above seed
- Absorbed by germinating broadleaf weeds through roots and shoots
- Translocated to growing points
Persistence
- Activity will normally be maintained for 10- 14 weeks