Description
Sledge Herbicide Pyraflufen-Ethyl contains 25 g/L pyraflufen-ethyl, a Group 14 contact herbicide. Sipcam Pacific Australia formulates it to improve the brownout of broadleaf and grass weeds. Growers add it to glyphosate or paraquat knockdowns before sowing winter or summer crops. As a result, weeds brown out faster and control improves in fallow situations.
The herbicide also controls volunteer cotton seedlings and works as a cotton defoliant. In cotton, it accelerates boll opening when tank mixed with ethephon and a spray oil. Because Sledge acts by contact, thorough coverage drives the result. Therefore, growers apply it in higher water volumes for even coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Q. How does Sledge Herbicide Pyraflufen-Ethyl work?
A. Sledge works by contact action. The active pyraflufen-ethyl inhibits the enzyme protoporphyrinogen oxidase. This disrupts the cell membranes of the target weed. Consequently, visible brownout appears within 2 to 7 days.
Q. What does Sledge Herbicide control?
A. Sledge improves the brownout of a range of broadleaf and grass weeds. It also controls volunteer cotton seedlings, including Roundup Ready cotton. In addition, it defoliates cotton plants and speeds boll opening before harvest.
Q. Can I apply Sledge on its own?
A. No. The label states DO NOT apply alone. Instead, always tank mix Sledge with glyphosate, paraquat or the labelled cotton partners. This partner approach lifts the speed and reliability of the knockdown.
Q. What rate of Sledge should I use in fallow?
A. Rates depend on the crop timing. Use 50 to 100 mL/ha before sowing winter crops. However, use 80 to 160 mL/ha before sowing summer crops. Then add Sledge to the label rate of your glyphosate or paraquat product.
Q. Is Sledge rainfast, and when can I sow?
A. Do not apply if rain is expected within 2 hours. Dry, warm conditions after spraying also improve uptake. For fallow weeds, do not sow crops for at least 1 hour after application.
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