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Dicamba

Type: Herbicide

Mode of Action: Mimics the plant hormone auxin

Common Product Names: Banvel, Clarity, & Three way Herbicides like Triad

What is it?

Dicamba is a widely used herbicide that targets and eliminates broadleaf weeds by mimicking natural plant growth hormones, leading to uncontrolled and lethal growth. It is utilized in various settings, including agricultural crops like corn, soybeans, and cotton, as well as in residential lawns and turf management. Dicamba can be used both as a post-emergent and pre-emergent herbicide, depending on the product formulation and application timing. It's known for its ability to control a wide spectrum of broadleaf weeds, making it a valuable tool for farmers and land managers. The effects of Dicamba can usually be seen within a few days of application, with complete weed control occurring within a week or two, depending on the environmental conditions and the weed species targeted.

How does it work?

Dicamba is absorbed through the leaves and roots of plants and translocated throughout the plant's vascular system. Once inside, it disrupts the plant's growth process by imitating the natural plant hormone auxin. This disruption leads to uncontrolled growth, twisting, and swelling of the plant tissues, ultimately causing the plant to die.

Benefits

  • Broad-Spectrum Control: Effective against a wide variety of broadleaf weeds.
  • Flexibility in Application: Can be used as both a pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicide.
  • Quick Action: Visible results often within a few days of application.
  • Systemic Action: Moves throughout the plant, ensuring complete control.
  • Residual Control: Some formulations offer residual activity, providing ongoing weed suppression.
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